Abstract
Satisfactory explanation of the origin and development of caves (speleogenesis) is a core problem of karst studies. Karst evolves as a circulation system, organised and interconnected through a conduit structure. Such a system may include superficial inputs and outputs, expressed as or related to karst landforms. However, there may be no such components if the system is represented entirely by conduits as in the case with deep-seated intrastratal karst. The main differences between speleogenesis in gypsum and in carbonate rocks lie in the chemistry and kinetics of their dissolution, in some of the lithological or structural peculiarities of the respective rocks and formations, and in their hydrogeological characteristics. The present chapter considers how these factors influence cave origin and development.
DOI
http://dx.doi.org/10.5038/1827-806X.25.3.5
Recommended Citation
Klimchouk, Alexander.
1996.
Speleogenesis in gysum.
International Journal of Speleology,
25: 61-82.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/ijs/vol25/iss3/5
