Discussion
Dolomite differs from calcite in effervescing
Answer: D
Correct answer: only slowly, or when powdered or warmed
Dolomite is a carbonate and does react, but the magnesium in its structure makes it far less soluble in dilute acid than calcite, so a solid piece shows little or nothing while a powdered one effervesces plainly. The contrast is the standard field test for distinguishing dolomite from limestone.
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