Calcifications [noun]

As for the calcification of the two valves together, we have seen, under the last variety, how little important a character it is.

Any deviation in calcification (except the cusps of the first permanent molars) must occur after birth.

The illustration (Fig. 50) shows the progress of calcification and development of the temporary set of teeth.

The notochord is persistent and the calcification of the endoskeletal cartilage is only superficial.

Tectospondyli (Squatina, Raia, Trygon), in which there are several concentric rings of calcification.

The changes eventually taking place in the thrombus are known as organization, calcification, and softening.

The calcification of a thrombus takes place when the latter becomes impregnated with salts of calcium and magnesium.

A distinction is drawn between an ossification and a calcification of the blood-vessels.

The calcification of an aneurismal sac may prove beneficial in strengthening a weakened blood-vessel.

These are known as cheesy degeneration, calcification, and fibrous transformation.