Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Physical Attributes Facet
3. Conditions and Effects (hierarchy name)
4. [conditions and effects by specific type]

Narrower term/s

• cementation (geological condition)

Anotations

Scope note:

Any gradual build up or enlargement due to external addition by deposition of new matter; for example, the increase in size of an inorganic mass as fresh particles are added to its surface or the physical addition to land due to deposits.