2007-03-12 15:16:34 · 5 answers · asked by kelsy 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
"Caves are formed by geologic processes. These may involve a combination of chemical processes, erosion from water, tectonic forces and atmospheric influences. Most caves are formed in limestone by solution."
2007-03-12 15:21:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Caverns are typically formed in Limestone rocks. Limestone is CaCO3 (calcium carbonate) which is highly erodeable. Because limestone erodes quicker than other rocks, it is dissolved away faster and leaves an opening (cavern). That is why it is unsafe to build structures on areas with limestone bedrock because it can erode away and cause the surface to cave it (sinkholes).
2007-03-12 15:43:10 · answer #2 · answered by Kelly M 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It would be quicker to read the book and learn something. Underground water etches out the rocks. . .this water could come from the springs. . .
2007-03-12 15:36:24 · answer #3 · answered by towanda 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chemical and physical weathering usually by water.
2007-03-12 15:21:30 · answer #4 · answered by Professor Kitty 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
groundwater ("water underground") carves them out. this process takes a very long time, by the way.
2007-03-12 23:23:52 · answer #5 · answered by karkondrite 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋