Which of the following are NOT common in landscapes formed by carbonate rocks?
A. fractures widened by dissolution
B. sinkholes
C. well-defined layers (beds)
D. outcrops with pits or holes
E. All of these are common in carbonate landscapes.
Answer: E
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