Specifically, this type of chemical weathering is called acid rain weathering.
Here's a breakdown:
* Chemical weathering: The breakdown of rocks, soils, and minerals through chemical reactions. This process alters the chemical composition of the original material.
* Acid rain: Precipitation that is more acidic than normal due to the presence of pollutants like sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides in the atmosphere. These pollutants react with water and oxygen to form sulfuric acid and nitric acid, respectively.
* Acid rain weathering: The process where acid rain reacts with certain types of rocks, especially carbonate rocks like limestone and marble, dissolving them. This leads to the formation of caves, sinkholes, and other karst features.
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