Statements (58)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:cave
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| gptkbp:accessibility |
accessible to the public
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| gptkbp:admission |
natural entrance
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| gptkbp:cave_legislation |
protected by federal law
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| gptkbp:cave_system |
speleothems
popular site for photography subject of various studies has a rich geological history safety measures in place for visitors important for ecological preservation wheelchair accessible areas available hosts educational events seasonal access restrictions explored by cavers has a rich exploration history managed by park rangers important for conservation efforts. Jewel Cave entrance around 49° F (9° C) contains unique cave art extensive cave mapping conducted part of the Black Hills cave system second longest cave in the U. S. tours last from 30 minutes to several hours trained guides lead tours various types of tours offered |
| gptkbp:cave_visitor_center |
has a visitor center
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| gptkbp:climate |
constant temperature year-round
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| gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
ongoing preservation efforts
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| gptkbp:discovered_by |
Frank D. Dorr
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| gptkbp:discovery_year |
1900
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| gptkbp:ecosystem |
unique subterranean ecosystem
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| gptkbp:established_as_national_monument |
gptkb:1954
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| gptkbp:features |
underground lakes
calcite crystals colorful mineral formations |
| gptkbp:formation_date |
approximately 1.5 billion years old
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| gptkbp:geological_features |
gptkb:limestone
one of the longest caves in the world |
| gptkbp:geological_formation |
various rock formations
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
important geological site
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Jewel Cave
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| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
ongoing exploration efforts
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| gptkbp:length |
over 200 miles
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:South_Dakota
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| gptkbp:managed_by |
gptkb:National_Park_Service
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| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Jewel_Cave_National_Monument
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| gptkbp:research |
scientific research conducted
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| gptkbp:surrounding_area |
Black Hills region
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| gptkbp:tourism_impact |
significant impact on local economy
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| gptkbp:tourist_attraction |
guided tours available
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| gptkbp:type |
limestone cave
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| gptkbp:visitors_per_year |
over 100,000
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| gptkbp:water_source |
underground streams
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| gptkbp:wildlife |
bats
cave-dwelling insects |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Margaret_River,_Western_Australia
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
6
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