The image below shows a mineral with hydrochloric acid applied to it.What mineral is this?
A)quartz
B)halite
C)calcite
D)fluorite

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The image below shows a mineral with hydrochloric acid applied to it.What mineral is this? 
A)quartz 
B)halite 
C)calcite 
D)fluorite

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Calcite is the only mineral among the given options that reacts and fizzes with hydrochloric acid. This reaction is due to the release of carbon dioxide gas. Therefore, the mineral in the image is most likely calcite.

The Image Below Shows a Mineral with Hydrochloric Acid Applied