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  1. speleothemnoun

    Any mineral deposited in a cave by the action of water.

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  1. Speleothem

    A speleothem (; from Ancient Greek σπήλαιον (spḗlaion) 'cave', and θέμα (théma) 'deposit') is a geological formation by mineral deposits that accumulate over time in natural caves. Speleothems most commonly form in calcareous caves due to carbonate dissolution reactions. They can take a variety of forms, depending on their depositional history and environment. Their chemical composition, gradual growth, and preservation in caves make them useful paleoclimatic proxies.

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  1. Speleothem

    A speleothem, commonly known as a cave formation, is a secondary mineral deposit formed in a cave. Speleothems are typically formed in limestone or dolostone solutional caves.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of speleothem in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of speleothem in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1


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