mineralise

/ˈmɪnərəlaɪz/
verb
  1. To convert organic matter into a mineral or inorganic form, often through natural processes.
    • Over time, the bones began to mineralise, turning into fossils.
    • Bacteria in the soil help mineralise dead plants, releasing nutrients for new growth.
    • Composting speeds up the process that mineralises organic waste into usable fertilizer.
  2. To add minerals to something, such as water or soil, to improve its quality.
    • Farmers mineralise their fields by spreading crushed rock dust.
    • Some companies mineralise drinking water to make it healthier.
    • The filter is designed to mineralise purified water with essential elements.
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