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Sinkholes in limestone (3rd of 3)

Sinkholes in limestone

This aerial view shows sinkholes (dolines) in limestone near Craigmore, South Canterbury. Sinkholes, caused by limestone dissolving, are a typical feature of limestone worldwide.

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GNS Science
Reference: CN42743/11
Photograph by Lloyd Homer

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Eileen McSaveney and Simon Nathan. 'Geology – overview', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 2-Mar-09
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/geology-overview/6/5/3