mineraliserede

Mineraliserede is Danish for mineralised and describes substances or structures that have undergone mineralization, the process by which minerals are deposited within a material or tissue. The term is used across several fields, including geology, biology, dentistry, and environmental science, to indicate increased density and hardness due to mineral deposition.

In geology, mineralization refers to the formation of solid mineral phases within rocks, often through hydrothermal fluids or metasomatic processes. It can create ore bodies and vein deposits composed of minerals such as quartz, calcite, sulfides, or native metals. Typical textures include disseminated grains, vein fillings, and replacement bodies.

In biology, biomineralization is the controlled deposition of minerals by living organisms to strengthen or build structures. Examples include bone and dentin in vertebrates (primarily hydroxyapatite), tooth enamel, and shells of mollusks or corals (calcium carbonate). Biological regulation of minerals involves organic matrices and proteins that guide crystal formation.

In ecology and soil science, mineralisation refers to the microbial decomposition of organic matter into inorganic nutrients, enabling nutrient cycling (for example, ammonium, nitrate, and phosphate). Rates depend on temperature, moisture, substrate quality, and microbial activity, influencing plant nutrient availability.

In dentistry and medicine, mineralised tissues form during development (enamel, dentin, bone) and can also be associated with abnormal calcifications in soft tissues or dental calculus, where mineral deposits accumulate on teeth. The term thus encompasses natural, biological, and environmental contexts of mineral deposition.