This very common carbonate mineral effervesces when it contacts dilute HCl.What mineral is it?
A)calcite
B)dolomite
C)hematite
D)magnetite
E)pyrite

Question

This very common carbonate mineral effervesces when it contacts dilute HCl.What mineral is it? 
A)calcite 
B)dolomite 
C)hematite 
D)magnetite 
E)pyrite

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Calcite is the mineral that effervesces when it comes in contact with dilute HCl. Dolomite can also effervesce in certain conditions, but the reaction is not as strong as that of calcite. Hematite, magnetite, and pyrite are not carbonates and therefore do not react with HCl.

This Very Common Carbonate Mineral Effervesces When It Contacts Dilute