Which of the Following Statements Pertaining to Rock Formations at a Spring

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements pertaining to rock formations at a spring is false?

• A) The rock may be tinted orange on account of bacteria.
• B) The rock forms by reacting with mild acid to produce calcite.
• C) The rock forms by reacting with precipitation to produce halite.
• D) The rock may enclose vegetation as it builds outwards.

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