Asked by Donald R. Johnson on May 09, 2024
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Which of the following is NOT composed of calcium carbonate?
A) calcite
B) pyrite
C) marble
D) shells
E) limestone
Calcium Carbonate
A chemical compound with the formula CaCO3, commonly found in rocks as the minerals calcite and aragonite and is the main component of pearls, the shells of marine organisms, snails, and eggs.
- Understand the connection between the characteristics of minerals and their chemical makeup.
Verified Answer
HB
haylee berntMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Pyrite, also known as fool's gold, is composed of iron sulfide (FeS2), not calcium carbonate (CaCO3). Calcite, marble, shells, and limestone are all composed of calcium carbonate.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the connection between the characteristics of minerals and their chemical makeup.