diagenetic minerals

Diagenetic minerals are minerals that form or change within sediments after they are deposited, during the process of turning sediment into rock. This occurs due to chemical, physical, or biological changes in the pore waters of sediments over time. These minerals help preserve or alter the original features of the sediment and can influence the rock's strength and porosity. Examples include minerals like calcite and quartz that precipitate from solution. Overall, diagenetic minerals are crucial for understanding geological history and processes that transform loose sediments into solid rocks.