Alpine orogenic belt

GPTKB entity

Statements (63)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf orogenic belt
gptkbp:age Cretaceous to present
gptkbp:associated_with alpine flora and fauna
gptkbp:associatedWith folding and faulting
gptkbp:characterizedBy high mountain ranges
complex geology
gptkbp:contains various mineral resources
gptkbp:features climate research
gptkbp:formed collision_of_the_African_and_Eurasian_tectonic_plates
gptkbp:habitat endangered species
gptkbp:has numerous glacial features
gptkbp:has_a_focus_on environmental conservation efforts
geological mapping
landscape studies
geological conservation.
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Alpine orogenic belt
gptkbp:impact climate change
biodiversity in the region
gptkbp:includes gptkb:the_Pyrenees
gptkb:the_Alps
gptkb:the_Apennines
gptkb:the_Dinaric_Alps
the_Carpathians
gptkbp:influences climate in surrounding regions
gptkbp:is_a_destination_for mountaineering
gptkbp:is_a_site_for historical significance
natural parks
scientific research
glacial retreat
natural wonders
geological formations
geological hazards
gptkbp:is_a_source_of cultural heritage
natural resources
cultural tourism
geological resources
gptkbp:is_characterized_by high elevation
diverse geology
gptkbp:is_essential_for ecological studies
natural hazards research
gptkbp:is_home_to unique ecosystems
gptkbp:is_known_for ski resorts
tourism and recreation
gptkbp:is_part_of the_larger_Alpine-Himalayan_orogenic_belt
gptkbp:is_popular_among biodiversity
gptkbp:is_studied_in geology and earth sciences
gptkbp:location Europe
gptkbp:region natural beauty
cultural diversity
biodiversity hotspots
environmental studies
ecological research
tectonic activity
glacial landscapes
cultural heritage sites
geological interest
scientific exploration
tourist activities
high seismic activity
historical geology
gptkbp:supports hydropower generation
gptkbp:visitedBy major transportation routes
gptkbp:was_a_result_of plate tectonics