Carbonation Quiz

The dissolution of limestone in water to form stalactites

The reaction of rainwater with carbon dioxide to produce carbonic acid

The reaction of rainwater with calcium carbonate to produce calcium bicarbonate (correct)

The percolation of rainwater through rock formations

Carbonic acid

Carbon dioxide

Calcium oxide

Calcium bicarbonate (correct)

Calcium bicarbonate is produced

Carbonic acid breaks down minerals in the rock

Limestone undergoes percolation

Mild carbonic acid is formed (correct)

<p>It is soluble in water</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stalactites</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The chemical addition of oxygen to compounds in the rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They form iron oxide, like rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Formation of Ferric Iron Oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers