Abstract
A carbonate rock silicification reaction has been defined and shown to be dependent on the presence of clay in the host rock. Introduction of silica in soluble form(s) serves to polymerize the clay fraction, forming a continuous three-dimensional network. This siliceous network (polymer) can be separated from the rock by leaching away the carbonate minerals. Laboratory silicification of argillaceous carbonate rocks under controlled conditions has served to define critical variables.
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