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Which province is the Hwanseon Cave located in?
Which province is the Hwanseon Cave located in?
- South Jeolla Province
- Jeollanam-do Province
- North Gyeongsang Province
- Gangwon Province (correct)
What is a characteristic of Korean limestone caves?
What is a characteristic of Korean limestone caves?
- They feature unique formations due to the country's geological history and mineral composition. (correct)
- They are often formed in volcanic rocks.
- They are completely dry and do not have underground streams.
- They are only found in the northern regions of Korea.
What is a common feature of Korean karst landscapes?
What is a common feature of Korean karst landscapes?
- They have towering peaks and valleys formed through dissolution of soluble rocks like limestone. (correct)
- They are characterized by dry and desert-like environments.
- They are formed through volcanic activity.
- They are only found in coastal areas.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Korean limestone caves?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Korean limestone caves?
What is a notable example of a karst landscape in Korea?
What is a notable example of a karst landscape in Korea?
What is a characteristic of the Mungyeong Karst Landscape in North Gyeongsang Province?
What is a characteristic of the Mungyeong Karst Landscape in North Gyeongsang Province?
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Study Notes
Karst Topography in Korea
Limestone Caves
- Korea has a significant number of limestone caves due to its geology, with many caves found in the southern regions.
- Notable examples:
- Hwanseon Cave in Gangwon Province: one of the largest and most well-known caves in Korea.
- Gwangalli Cave in South Jeolla Province: features stunning limestone formations and underground streams.
- Characteristics of Korean limestone caves:
- Often feature stalactites, stalagmites, and other speleothems.
- Can have unique formations due to the country's geological history and mineral composition.
Karst Landscapes
- Karst landscapes in Korea are primarily found in the southern and central regions, particularly in the provinces of Jeollanam-do, Jeollabuk-do, and Chungcheongnam-do.
- Characteristics of Korean karst landscapes:
- Towering peaks and valleys formed through dissolution of soluble rocks like limestone.
- Features such as sinkholes, dolines, and uvalas are common.
- Underground drainage systems, including rivers and lakes, are often present.
- Notable examples:
- The Danyang Karst Landscape in Chungcheongbuk-do Province: features a unique combination of karst and granite landscapes.
- The Mungyeong Karst Landscape in North Gyeongsang Province: known for its diverse range of karst features and formations.
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