Experimental insights into early cement development in carbonate aquifers: from diffusion to surface-controlled calcite growth

Key Points

• Surface-controlled calcite growth is observed in carbonate aquifers, indicating a key process in cement development.
• Growth dynamics involve both diffusion and surface reactions, critical for understanding aquifer behavior.
• Experimental investigations reveal mechanisms of cement formation under varying conditions, highlighting their significance.
• Findings may enable improved predictive models for geological processes in carbonate environments.