Which outcome results when increased atmospheric carbon concentration affects stalactite formation in limestone caves?

💡 Explanation

Decreased calcium carbonate deposition occurs because increasing atmospheric carbon creates carbonic acid enrichment of rainfall. Enhanced acidity causes dissolution of surface limestone (less CaCO3 available), therefore reducing stalactite growth, rather than the floor receiving more deposits during deposition.

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