Pseudokarst in loess
Abstract
Various forms of surficial and underground cavities in loess are described. Processes giving rise to such cavities are discussed as well as environmental and loess properties which are lavourable to pseudokarst development. Importance of man-induced (technogenous) factors is evaluated.
About the Authors
N. I. KrigerRussian Federation
V. I. Botnikov
Russian Federation
S. A. Lavrusevich
Russian Federation
S. G. Mironyuk
Russian Federation
A. G. Petrov
Russian Federation
Review
For citations:
Kriger N.I., Botnikov V.I., Lavrusevich S.A., Mironyuk S.G., Petrov A.G. Pseudokarst in loess. Geomorfologiya. 1983;(3):79-84.