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Environmental Effects
For the environment Calcium carbonate can be added to neutralize the effects of acid rain in river ecosystems. Calcium carbonate is also used in flue gas desulfurisation applications eliminating harmful SO2 and NO2 emissions from coal and other fossil fuels burnt in large fossil fuel power stations.
Economy Effects
For the ecosystem Calcium carbonate helps in jobs. Calcium carbonate is raw material for building material such as cement or limestone aggregate.
Human Health Effects
For health Calcium carbonate have been made into things such as toothpaste and antacid tablets. Toothpaste has helped us keep our teeth clean and to keep our breath fresh. Antacids tablets such as Tums have helped relieve heart burn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach.