What is another word for Cementation?
Pronunciation: [sɪmɪntˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Cementation is the process of hardening or solidifying a material using a binding element. There are several other words that can be used as synonyms for this term, including consolidation, concretion, calcification, petrification, and solidification. Consolidation refers to the process of compressing materials so that they become more closely packed together. Concretion is the formation of a solid mass by the fusion of separate particles. Calcification refers to a process in which a substance becomes hard and brittle due to the deposition of calcium salts. Petrification involves the transformation of organic matter into stone-like structures. Solidification is the process of hardening a liquid or gaseous substance into a solid state.
