Which sequence of events is required to form a limestone cave where you can walk around and observe cave formations, such as stalactites?
A) limestone is below the water table, then lowering of the water table, then water dripping from the ceiling
B) lowering of the water table, then water dripping from the ceiling, then limestone is below the water table
C) water dripping from the ceiling, then lowering of the water table, then limestone is below the water table
D) none of these

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Limestone caves form when limestone is initially below the water table, allowing water to dissolve the limestone and create cavities. The lowering of the water table then exposes these cavities, and water dripping from the ceiling afterward can deposit minerals to form stalactites and other cave formations.

Which Sequence of Events Is Required to Form a Limestone