Inside large limestone caves, which process primarily establishes speleothem layering?

💡 Explanation

Calcium carbonate layering arises from rhythmic precipitation because fluctuating water saturation causes mineral deposition as the water evaporates inside the cave; therefore, speleothems show distinct layers rather than uniform growth, rather than erosion or bioactivity.

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