karst
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karsts
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喀斯特, 喀斯特地貌
a landscape formed from the dissolution of soluble rocks, characterized by sinkholes, caves, and underground drainage systems
- Karst is a landscape formed by the dissolution of soluble rocks such as limestone, dolomite, and gypsum, characterized by features such as sinkholes, caves, and underground drainage systems.
喀斯特是由可溶性岩石如石灰岩、白云石和石膏的溶解形成的景观,其特征包括落水洞、洞穴和地下排水系统。
- The karst topography of the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico is famous for its extensive network of underground rivers and cenotes.
墨西哥尤卡坦半岛的喀斯特地形以其广阔的地下河流和天然井网络而闻名。
- Karst regions are vulnerable to erosion and subsidence due to the dissolution of the underlying rock, leading to the formation of unique landforms and geological features.
喀斯特地区由于基岩的溶解而易受侵蚀和沉降,导致形成独特的地貌和地质特征。
- The Dinaric Alps in Europe are known for their karst landscapes, featuring rugged limestone mountains, deep gorges, and karst plateaus.
欧洲的迪纳拉山脉以其喀斯特地貌而闻名,特点是崎岖的石灰岩山脉、深邃的峡谷和喀斯特高原。
- Karst aquifers are important sources of groundwater for drinking water and irrigation in many regions around the world, but they are also susceptible to contamination and pollution.
喀斯特含水层是世界上许多地区饮用水和灌溉的重要地下水来源,但它们也容易受到污染。