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← GeographyWhich outcome occurs when surface soil acidity increases above karst bedrock?
A)Accelerated limestone dissolution forms larger stalactites✓
B)Slower evaporation increases stalactite deposition
C)Silicate precipitation enhances bedrock stabilization
D)Reduced cave ventilation forms smaller stalactites
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Increased acidity enhances the dissolution of calcium carbonate via chemical weathering; accelerated Dissolution creates more calcium-rich runoff because lower pH levels increase limestone breakdown, therefore more material is available for stalactite formation, rather than slower erosion.
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