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sericitization

noun
ser·​i·​cit·​iza·​tion | \ ˌserəˌsītə̇ˈzāshən\
plural -s

Definition of sericitization

: the process or state of alteration by which minerals (such as feldspar) are converted into sericite

First Known Use of sericitization

1888, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for sericitization

sericite + -ization

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