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In your own words, explain how stalactites are formed in caves.

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Answer:

1. water leaks through a cave ceiling.

2. then contacts with the air.

3. Mineral harden in water and particles to.

4. The during the time turn into a cone figure.

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Water leaks through a cave ceiling and comes in contact with the air. Minerals and other particles in the water harden and eventually turn into a cone-like figure.
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