A history of karst studies: from stone age to the present.(Living with & Teaching about...

People have been exploring the principles of karst formation since prehistoric times when caves, a karst landform, served as their dwelling. Their discoveries on karst span from its relationship with water supply to the movement of pollutants in underground streams.

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Introduction: an ancient understanding of caves

Man was intrigued with karst, particularly cave development, long before the word