Sentences with phrase «in karst»

Stalactite studies in a karst cave in France showed a travertine growth peak (indicating cool, moist conditions) in 1450.

Using hydraulic directional drilling under streams in karst geology would create pathways for water to drain down the bore holes and dissolve the limestone around the piping.

The north (Porta Atlantico) has some pretty awesome beaches, but the main attractions are nestled in the karst region, both included in our «Top Ten Attractions in Puerto Rico» list.

In this karst area, rainwater quickly drains away into the ground.

The 54 - year - old observatory, with a fixed dish built into a depression in the karst hills of western Puerto Rico, is the largest single - dish radio telescope in the world — at least until a larger rival in China becomes fully operational.

From the 9 certified organic farms in 1993, the sector has grown to 106 certified farms in 1998, cultivating 1 630 ha, of which 27 (350 ha) were in the Karst region.

Not exact matches

The company had raised $ 34 million (Rs 220 crore) in its Series C funding round in August last year, led by Hong Kong - based investment firms Ward Ferry Management and Karst Peak Capital.

The Karst Programme is an integrated agri - environmental scheme which in 1998 covered 29 400 ha (with an additional 165 900 ha designated to enter the scheme) and aims to reduce both point source and diffuse pollution through the encouragement of more sustainable farming methods.

In 1993, a pilot project, the Karst Programme, was developed by the Lithuanian Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Environmental Protection with the aim of developing an appropriate and cost - effective incentive scheme for groundwater protection in one of Lithuania's most sensitive areaIn 1993, a pilot project, the Karst Programme, was developed by the Lithuanian Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Environmental Protection with the aim of developing an appropriate and cost - effective incentive scheme for groundwater protection in one of Lithuania's most sensitive areain one of Lithuania's most sensitive areas.

The Karst region of northern Lithuania has suffered greatly from pollution caused by intensive agriculture and high rates of fertilizer and pesticide application encouraged in the 1950s and 1960s.

Tom Karst and Ashley Nickle discuss the major stories of this week, including why the latest update on the E. coli outbreak linked to romaine from Arizona might be a big help to the FDA in its traceback investigation.

The Cave - In Skydome Sinkhole Exhibit explores the sinkhole collapse that happened at the museum in 2014 and features interactive experiences telling the story of the sinkhole and karst geology in Kentucky, including a simulatoIn Skydome Sinkhole Exhibit explores the sinkhole collapse that happened at the museum in 2014 and features interactive experiences telling the story of the sinkhole and karst geology in Kentucky, including a simulatoin 2014 and features interactive experiences telling the story of the sinkhole and karst geology in Kentucky, including a simulatoin Kentucky, including a simulator.

«I was recently encouraged to apply to the DI by my supervisor, Peggy Bodnar,» Karst wrote in her application.

«The proposed pipeline threatens important resources of regional and statewide concern including... state regulated wetlands, the Ramapo River Watershed, the Karst Aquifer Region (which is) a priority project designated in the NYS Open Space Conservation Plan,» Rosendale officials wrote.

Engineers in Italy and Spain, two countries with some spectacular landscapes underlain by karst, have developed new methods to predict which areas are most likely to fail first.

«This new discovery casts a new light on the importance of the Du'an Karst as a biological hotspot for cavernicolous Trechinae in China,» adds Prof. Mingyi Tian.

The description of seven new species of underground Trechinae beetles, published in the open access journal ZooKeys, attests for the Du'an karst as the most diverse area for these cave dwellers in China.

More than a month on from Hurricane Maria, Arecibo Observatory, the gargantuan radio telescope built into a depression in Puerto Rico's karst hills, is still waiting to resume normal operations.

Karst terrains on Earth can create spectacular topography such as the Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico.

«In Slovenia's Dinaric karst, there are no true cavefish, just surface species that occasionally make it down,» says Janez Mulec of the Karst Research Institute in Postojna, SloveniIn Slovenia's Dinaric karst, there are no true cavefish, just surface species that occasionally make it down,» says Janez Mulec of the Karst Research Institute in Postojna, Slovkarst, there are no true cavefish, just surface species that occasionally make it down,» says Janez Mulec of the Karst Research Institute in Postojna, SlovKarst Research Institute in Postojna, Sloveniin Postojna, Slovenia.

For the first time, they succeeded in completely filling a karst cave with water.

The exhibition «EXPO Postojna Cave Karst» was opened in April 2014.

The dig — in Pod Hradem Cave in the central part of the Moravian Karst, in southern Moravia, near Brno — has unearthed over 20,000 bones of prehistoric animals (reindeer, aurochs, wild horses and woolly rhinoceros) as well as stone tools, weapons, charcoal, and an engraved bone rod that is the oldest of its kind in Central Europe.

The team of scientists explored four «karst» systems of limestone caves, cliffs and sinkholes in the Sangkulirang Peninsula, about 1,200 km (750 miles) north - west of Indonesia's capital, Jakarta.

This acts to wipe off the toxins and dehydrate fat, which reduces fat cells pushing against skin and lessens puckering, says Karlene Karst, a registered dietitian in Vancouver.

«Natural cocoa is full of antioxidants, which break down fat in cellulite and improve the function of all cells, including skin - building ones», says Karst.

Recent political and economic stability in Slovenia has caused locals to take a renewed interest in native dog breeds, and the Karst Shepherd is becoming more popular.

A shoe in for a Lord of the Rings film set, the spectacular karst scenery of Tham Pha Tup Forest Park lies just off Route 101 a mere 10 kilometres north of downtown Nan and makes for some excellent hiking.

As for us, what we enjoyed most in our visit are seeing the huge karst formations, kayaking in the Small Lagoon and then snorkeling in Star Island and Matinloc Shrine.

Normally, the person is standing or lying in front of the boat, looking at the clear green water and the limestone karsts, giving the impression of entering an exotic paradise.

Think of the best beach that can be offered in Asia, think huge karst structures surrounded by clear green water, think blue seas alive with so many fishes it's like snorkeling in a giant aquarium.

Cruise past towering limestone karsts in glittering blue waters.

From up here, you could see the karst - like islands in all their full glory, impossibly beautiful shades of green floating in the distance.

We're back in Vang Vieng just in time to watch the sun set behind the karst mountains, sitting on the bank of the river with a drink.

The long but narrow beach (voted the ninth best beach in the world by Guardian readers in 2016) has powdery white sand and breathtaking views to Ko Ngai, Ko Muk, Ko Libong, the mainland, a number of karst islets and even Ko Lao Liang and Ko Phetra on a clear day.

Scenic Highlights: Spend a week soaking in Chinese culture, Walk the French Concession in Shanghai, Experience the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong, Admire the limestone karsts of scenic Yangshuo

Despite the apparent grandeur of The Blue Hole, it is not the deepest underwater karst window in Belize.

Float lazily above the iridescent valleys of Laos in a hot air balloon as limestone karsts rise sharply in all directions.

As the glaciers melted and the water level rose, the roof of the cave collapsed, in a process known as karst erosion.

It was established as a National Park in 1971primarily to protect and preserve the intact old growth forest, interesting wildlife, pristine white sand beaches, unspoiled natural beauty and one of the most impressive caves systems in the world.The Park features a spectacular limestone or karst mountain landscape.

What we remember the most of Langkawi is no doubts our kayaking trip in the Kilim Karst Geoforest Park, a nice breath of fresh air, after one month plagued by the haze in Malaysia obstructing our view and our lungs.

Hot - air balloons float high above, the beautiful karst hills their breathtaking backdrop, while children play in the usually slow - moving and shallow Nam Song River below as locals go about their lives, bartering and chatting with tourists.

The route from Luang Prabang in the north to the capital Vientiane takes you through a dramatic landscape of gently meandering rivers, tall limestone karst formations, craggy caves and waterfalls.

We'll explore this marvel of Karst topography - the most fascinating canyon in the Canadian Rockies - on a series of boardwalks and bridges.

Take in the view of limestone karsts in Vang Vieng, Cool off in Kuang Si Waterfall, Ride down the Mekong, Enjoy a homestay in a local village, Explore Chiang Mai, Enjoy bustling Bangkok

I have spent so much time travelling through Makassar airport on my way to dive trips in Raja Ampat or Ambon or Sulawesi that I decided to stop for a day and visit the Maros Karst.

Storms, snowmelt, and general seasonal changes in rainfall have a very noticeable and rapid effect on karst springs.

Take a moment to picture in your mind some two thousand rugged karst islands dappled with lush vegetation seeming to float on top of pristine emerald coloured waters and you have the natural wonder that is Halong Bay.

The rise and fall of sea level over the millennia, coupled with natural karst topography and clear waters, results in a diverse submarine seascape of patch reefs, fringing reefs, faros, pinnacle reefs, barrier reefs as well as off - shelf atolls, rare deep water coral reefs and other unique geological features such as the Blue Hole and Rocky Point where the barrier reef touches the shore.

These karst formations are reminiscent of those towering limestone rock formations found in places like Palawan.