2 (s) + 3.75O 2 (aq) + 3.5(H 2 O)(l) → Fe(OH) 3 (s) + 2H 2 SO 4 (aq) This is what would occur if it was localized only to the pyritic rock, or shale layers. Because of the carbonate layers in the Marcellus Formation, calcium carbonate is introduced and further reactions can occur. In this case, gypsum can be formed as follows (Martin, 2008 ...
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