The solution of calcite in a limestone supplies substantial amounts of ______ to ground water.
A) calcium ions in solution
B) an acid
C) bicarbonate ions in solution
D) All of the choices are correct.
E) Both calcium ions in solution and bicarbonate ions in solution.

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Calcite in limestone is primarily made up of calcium carbonate, which can dissolve in water to release both calcium ions and bicarbonate ions. Therefore, the solution of calcite in limestone supplies substantial amounts of both calcium ions in solution and bicarbonate ions in solution to ground water.

The Solution of Calcite in a Limestone Supplies Substantial Amounts