Authigenic
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An authigenic mineral or sedimentary rock deposit is one that was generated where it is found or observed. Authigenic sedimentary minerals form during sedimentation by precipitation or recrystallization[1] instead of being transported from elsewhere (allogenic) by water or wind.[2] Authigenic sediments are the main constituents of deep sea sedimentation. Authigenic clays tend to reduce the porosity of sediments, thus reducing permeability.
In metamorphic petrology an authigenic mineral is one formed in situ during metamorphism.
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