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Which of the following processes is most common in calcium carbonate-containing rocks, such as limestone and marble?

20. Which of the following processes is most common in calcium carbonate-containing rocks, such as limestone and marble?

1. Exfoliation
2. Hydrolysis
3. Oxidation
4. Carbonation

Answer

The correct answer is: D) Carbonation

Explanation

Carbonation is a sort of chemical weathering process that mostly affects rocks containing calcium carbonate, such as limestone and marble.