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calcification

/kal-suh-fi-key-shuhn/US // ˌkæl sə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən //UK // (ˌkælsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən) //

钙化,钙化现象,钙化作用,煅烧

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Definitions

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  1. 1
    • : a changing into lime.
    • : Physiology. the deposition of lime or insoluble salts of calcium and magnesium, as in a tissue.
    • : Anatomy, Geology. a calcified formation.
    • : a soil process in which the surface soil is supplied with calcium in such a way that the soil colloids are always close to saturation.
    • : a hardening or solidifying; rigidity: As the conflict developed, there was an increasing calcification of attitudes on both sides.

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Examples

  • Given our growing social calcification, the need to boost growth and social mobility is great.

  • As for the calcification of the two valves together, we have seen, under the last variety, how little important a character it is.

  • Any deviation in calcification (except the cusps of the first permanent molars) must occur after birth.

  • The illustration (Fig. 50) shows the progress of calcification and development of the temporary set of teeth.

  • The notochord is persistent and the calcification of the endoskeletal cartilage is only superficial.

  • Tectospondyli (Squatina, Raia, Trygon), in which there are several concentric rings of calcification.