The chemical reaction where atmospheric carbon dioxide reacts with minerals like calcium carbonate is known as:
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The chemical reaction where atmospheric carbon dioxide reacts with minerals like calcium carbonate is known as:

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Carbonation is the reaction of carbonate and bicarbonate with minerals, wherein carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and soil air is absorbed by water to form carbonic acid.

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