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Name the sedimentary rock that bubbles if HCl is added to it. Explain why

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The carbonate rock is thus identified as either a limestone or a dolomite: Calcite (CaCO3) is highly reactive to HCl. It will likely bubble when acid is place on the rock, and will bubble vigorously when powdered.

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