Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)

6th Edition

ISBN: 9780134060491

Author: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt

Publisher: PEARSON

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Chapter 24, Problem 51E

Carbonate rocks are formed mainly in marine environments. Why do we find abundant carbonate deposits on continental land?

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