Karst ecosystems

Karst ecosystems are natural environments that develop in regions where the landscape is shaped by the dissolution of soluble rocks like limestone, gypsum, or dolomite. This process creates distinctive features such as caves, sinkholes, underground streams, and rugged terrain. These ecosystems support diverse plant and animal life adapted to the unique conditions of soil and water flow. They are vital for groundwater storage and filtration but are sensitive to pollution and human activity. Overall, karst ecosystems are complex landscapes formed by natural chemical processes that influence both the surface and subsurface environment.