Discuss the formation and characteristics of karst and examine the various types of karst topography and associated landforms
What will be an ideal response?
In order for limestone to develop into karst topography, it must contain 80% or more of calcium carbonate, it must have a complex patterns of joints and an aerated zone; and vegetation must be present. Common features of karst topography include sink holes (dolines), karst valleys; cockpits and cones; caves and caverns; and (within caves and caverns) the varied spleothems.
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