Sinkholes Can Form

question 71

Multiple Choice

Sinkholes can form .

• A) in humid regions underlain by carbonates, salts, or gypsum
• B) in any calcium bearing bedrock
• C) only in limestones
• D) only in high elevation areas with sufficient gradient to carry away dissolved materials

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Definitions:

Calcium

A metallic chemical element essential for living organisms, particularly in cell physiology and bone formation.

Chlorine

Chlorine is a chemical element with symbol Cl and atomic number 17, known for its powerful disinfectant properties and use in water purification.

Lewis Dot Structure

A diagram that represents the valence electrons of an atom as dots around the elements' symbols and indicates the bonding between atoms in a molecule.

Electrons

Negatively charged particles located within every atom that are essential for chemical reactions and the production of electricity.