Geological-geomorphological evolution sections of the Birkleyn Caves surroundings
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Hand-drawn This figure contains a series of sections showing the stages of geological-geomorphological evolution of the Birkleyn Caves area. The figure shows five stages, numbered 1 to 5:
1. In the first stage, the limestone layer extends horizontally over the ophiolite.
2. In the second stage, the limestone layer begins to fold and crack as a result of tectonic movements.
3. In the third stage, the folding and cracking become more pronounced, and cavities begin to form in the limestone.
4. In the fourth stage, the cavities in the limestone widen and begin to merge. Erosion also becomes apparent on the surface.
5. In the last stage, surface erosion progresses further, and as a result, the groundwater, which has gone deeper, forms three distinct cave systems, and the land surface becomes more rugged.
The figure shows two main geological units:
- Limestone: Shown with horizontal lines.
- Ophiolite: Shown with "V" symbols.
This diagram shows the complex process of cave formation in limestone areas and the influence of the underlying ophiolite layer on this process. It clearly shows how geological processes such as tectonic movements, erosion and dissolution have created cave systems over time. Such diagrams are important tools for understanding the geological and geomorphological history of an area, studying cave formation processes and predicting possible future changes in the area.
