Mineralization vs. Immobilization
Difference Between Mineralization and Immobilization
Mineralizationverb
To convert to a mineral substance; petrify.
Immobilizationverb
To render immobile.
Mineralizationverb
To transform a metal into a mineral by oxidation.
Immobilizationverb
To fix the position of (a joint or fractured limb), as with a splint or cast.
Mineralizationverb
To impregnate with minerals.
Immobilizationverb
To impede movement or use of
Severe weather immobilized the rescue team.Mineralizationverb
To develop or hasten mineral formation.
Immobilizationverb
To withdraw (specie) from circulation and reserve as security for other money.
Mineralizationverb
To collect or study minerals.
Immobilizationverb
To convert (floating capital) into fixed capital.
Mineralizationnoun
A form of fossilization in which the organic parts of an organism are replaced by minerals.
Immobilizationnoun
The act or process of preventing a thing from moving.
The broken bones were able to heal, thanks to the immobilization of her leg in a cast.Mineralizationnoun
The breakdown of organic matter in the soil to form soluble inorganic compounds.
Immobilizationnoun
(soil science) The process in which organic soil matter is decomposed and absorbed by microorganisms, and thus not available to plants.
Mineralizationnoun
(medicine) The deposition of calcium salts in abnormal parts of the skeleton.
Immobilizationnoun
fixation (as by a plaster cast) of a body part in order to promote proper healing;
immobilization of the injured knee was necessaryMineralizationnoun
The addition of minerals to water to make a mineral water.
Immobilizationnoun
the act of limiting movement or making incapable of movement;
the storm caused complete immobilization of the rescue team
