 
Learning Objectives
Introduction
What is Karst?
How is Karst
Formed?
Where is Karst
Found?
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Why is Karst
Important?
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Karst
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Mineralogical Values
Mineral deposits in karst terrain can be extensive, and come in
a variety of forms.
- Recreation – Mineral
deposits create formations that add to recreational values (e.g.,
stalactites, stalagmites, moon milk, cave pearls, etc.).
- Mineral resources – Carbonate
bedrocks have
long been recognized for their mineral values (see Economic
Values).
- Oil and gas – Karst areas can be favourable
environments for oil and gas.
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