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karst topography

American  
[kahrst-tuh-pahg-ruh-fee] / ˌkɑrst təˈpɑg rə fi /

noun

  1. Geology. karst.

karst topography Scientific  
/ kärst /

  1. A landscape that is characterized by numerous caves, sinkholes, fissures, and underground streams. Karst topography usually forms in regions of plentiful rainfall where bedrock consists of carbonate-rich rock, such as limestone, gypsum, or dolomite, that is easily dissolved. Surface streams are usually absent from karst topography.

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The National Park Service has expressed concerns about pipeline spills affecting Mammoth Cave, the world’s longest cave system, and the surrounding karst topography and groundwater.

From Washington Times • Nov. 30, 2016

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