Agatizing

/ˈæɡətaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of 'agatize'; the ongoing process of converting material into agate or agate-like substance.

Etymology

Conjugated form of 'agatize' using the '-ing' gerundive suffix to indicate continuous or progressive action.

Kelly Says

The beauty of agatizing is that it's happening right now in nature—it's not a process that finished millions of years ago! Understanding this active process helps us appreciate that Earth is constantly creating new gemstones beneath our feet.

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