Which speleothem formation rate declines inside deep cave systems?

💡 Explanation

Calcite precipitation decreases due to diminished surface carbon dioxide diffusion limiting available carbonate; therefore stalactite and stalagmite formation slows, rather than increased magnesium or salt formation found in other geological conditions.

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