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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A limestone cave with stalactites forms when limestone is below the water table, and then the water table is lowered. As the water drips from the ceiling, it carries dissolved limestone which then precipitates and deposits, forming various cave formations such as stalactites.

Which Sequence of Events Is Required to Form a Limestone