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What is a speleothem that grows from the surface of a cavern and does not make contact with any other features?
 
  A. stalagmite
  B. stalactite
  C. column
  D. soda straw
  E. sinkhole

Question 2

What is the first phase in the formation of a cavern?
 
  A. speleothem formation
  B. carbonation
  C. oxidation
  D. excavation
  E. stalactite formation



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

D



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