adjective
- relating to or characterized by karst topography, which features limestone terrain with caves, sinkholes, and underground drainage
Usage: geological term
Examples
- The karstic landscape of the Yucatan Peninsula contains numerous cenotes and cave systems.
- Groundwater flow in karstic regions can be unpredictable due to underground channels.
- The geologist studied the karstic formations to understand the area’s water drainage patterns.
- Karstic terrain is common in areas with soluble bedrock like limestone or dolomite.
- The national park protects a unique karstic environment with spectacular underground rivers.
- Agricultural practices must be carefully managed in karstic areas to prevent groundwater contamination.