Although CaCO₃ is essentially insoluble in pure water, it dissolves slowly in acidic ground water due to formation of ________.

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CaCO₃ dissolves slowly in acidic ground water due to the formation of soluble Ca(HCO₃)₂. The acid in the water reacts with the calcium carbonate to form calcium hydrogen carbonate, which is more soluble in water than calcium carbonate. Therefore, D is the best choice.

Although CaCO3 Is Essentially Insoluble in Pure Water, It Dissolves

Although CaCO₃ Is Essentially Insoluble in Pure Water, It Dissolves