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  • Limestone & Dolomite: Rocks That React with Acid - Understanding the Reaction
    The two rocks primarily composed of a mineral that bubbles with acid are limestone and dolomite.

    Here's why:

    * Limestone is primarily composed of calcite, a mineral that reacts with acids (like hydrochloric acid) to produce carbon dioxide gas, which causes the bubbling effect.

    * Dolomite is composed of dolomite, a mineral that also reacts with acid, albeit more slowly than calcite. It also releases carbon dioxide gas when reacted with acid, causing bubbling.

    This reaction is a key characteristic used to identify these rocks in the field.

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