Presentation for Western Heritage Museum, September 1, 2011
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Ann Dowdy Advancement Director National Cave and Karst Research Institute Carlsbad, New Mexico USA
Transcript of Presentation for Western Heritage Museum, September 1, 2011
Ann DowdyAdvancement Director
National Cave and Karst Research InstituteCarlsbad, New Mexico USA
IT’S ALL IN THE NAME
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WHAT’S A K-A-R-S-T?
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• Karst is a landscape.
• Karst landscapes drain efficiently through sinkholes and caves.
• Karst landscapes are often beautiful and scenic areas.
• Groundwater contamination and sinkhole collapse are two common issues in karst.
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What in the world is this?
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A CAVE?
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Home Sweet Home
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IT’S ALL IN THE NAME
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