In all cases, a central question is whether crystallization ... Wilson, A. T. Salt weathering, a neglected geological erosive agent in coastal and arid environments. Nature 205, 1097–1098 ...

Salt crystals are often responsible when buildings start to show signs of aging. Researchers have studied salt damage in greater depth and can now predict weathering processes more accurately.

The plant has been operating for more than 60 years thanks to the region's arid climate and coastal ... salt content rises to 25%. Another set of pumps then siphons this water into crystallization ...