Which of the following generally is true about caves formed by dissolution?

A) Acidic waters dissolve feldspar in granite, producing clay.
B) Groundwater removes material from limestone.
C) Hot geothermal waters introduce acids into shallow rocks.
D) Carbon dioxide rises from depth and dissolves calcite and clay.


B) Groundwater removes material from limestone.

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