noun
- substances that aid in the formation or crystallization of minerals
- chemical compounds that facilitate the deposition of minerals from solution
Usage: geology; chemistry
Usage: technical
Examples
- The geologist studied how mineralizers affected crystal growth in the cave.
- Fluorine and chlorine often act as mineralizers in hydrothermal processes.
- The presence of mineralizers can significantly alter the texture of igneous rocks.
- Researchers identified several mineralizers responsible for the ore deposit formation.
- Water containing dissolved mineralizers created the spectacular mineral formations.
- The laboratory experiment tested different mineralizers and their effects on crystallization.