Which common, rock- forming mineral or mineral group is most readily dissolved by groundwater?
A) calcite
B) feldspars
C) clay minerals
D) quartz

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Calcite is the most readily dissolved by groundwater among the options given. This is because calcite, composed primarily of calcium carbonate (CaCO3), reacts with slightly acidic water to dissolve, a process that plays a significant role in the formation of caves and karst landscapes.

Which Common, Rock- Forming Mineral or Mineral Group Is Most