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Foci of Calcification

Definition:

Foci of calcification refer to small areas or spots within a tissue or organ where calcium deposits have formed.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Medical):

In medicine, foci of calcification are often observed as small calcified masses or deposits in various body tissues, such as the lungs, breast, or blood vessels.

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Sense 2 (Geology):

In geology, foci of calcification are concentrated areas where calcium carbonate or other calcium-rich minerals have precipitated, resulting in distinctive rock formations.

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Sample Sentences:

1. The radiologist identified multiple foci of calcification on the mammogram, which required further investigation.

2. The stalactites hanging from the cave ceiling were formed due to foci of calcification over thousands of years.

3. The CT scan revealed foci of calcification in the patient's lung tissue, indicating a possible presence of granulomas.

4. The geologists examined the unique foci of calcification in the limestone rock formation, admiring its intricate patterns.