Definition

In a way that relates to the process of diagenesis, which is the physical and chemical changes occurring in sediments after their initial deposition.

Example

The rock layers were formed diagenetically over millions of years, changing their structure and composition.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how rocks change diagenetically?

Not really, but it sounds interesting!

Yeah, it's fascinating to see how layers form diagenetically over time.

I guess the process must take millions of years, huh?

Root Explanation

Diagenetically → It is formed from "dia-" (meaning through or across) and "genesis" (from Greek "genesis", meaning origin or creation) and the suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "diagenetically" refers to processes that occur through the formation or origin of sedimentary rocks and their changes over time.

Memory Tip

Think of processes happening 'through' ('dia-') the 'creation' ('genesis') of rocks — that's how diagenetically relates to geological changes.

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