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Question 6 • Physical Science

What do acids react with in limestone to form giant cave systems?

Answer
A
metals
B
lipids
C
carbonates
D
hydroxides

Explanation

Limestone is made mostly of calcium carbonate. Weak acids in rainwater and groundwater react with carbonate minerals and gradually dissolve them, widening cracks into caves. Therefore, the correct choice is carbonates.

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