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Karst Landforms Caves, sinkholes and other soluble rock features
Form in extensive, thick deposits of limestone Limestone 80%+ calcium carbonate – dissolves easily through carbonation
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Caves and Caverns Caves – underground voids in rock big enough for people to enter Cavern – large cave system Form just below water table in limestone – when water table falls, empty caverns are exposed
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Karst Topography - Sinkholes
Most common surface feature of karst is sinkhole Sinkhole – depression in regions of cavernous limestone – forms from collapse of cave Often found with disappearing streams that enter underground channels Some sinkholes fill with water, forming ponds Sinkholes can be hazards, collapsing under homes or roads
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Sinkhole Landscape
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