Lake Frome

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:lake
gptkbp:accessibility remote location
gptkbp:area approximately 1,200 square kilometers
gptkbp:climate hot desert climate
extreme temperature variations
gptkbp:color varies from blue to green
gptkbp:cultural_significance important to local Indigenous communities
gptkbp:depth varies significantly
gptkbp:drainage_basin Lake Frome drainage basin
gptkbp:elevation approximately 15 meters below sea level
gptkbp:environmental_impact affected by climate change
habitat for migratory birds
part of protected areas
gptkbp:flora sparse vegetation
gptkbp:geographical_feature gptkb:play
part of the Lake Eyre Basin
gptkbp:geological_formation formed over millions of years.
gptkbp:historical_significance site of Aboriginal cultural heritage
site of early exploration in Australia
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lake Frome
gptkbp:is_a_route_for accessible via dirt roads
gptkbp:is_explored_in explored by European settlers in the 19th century
gptkbp:land_use minimal human activity
gptkbp:landscape mostly uninhabited
characterized by vast salt flats
gptkbp:location gptkb:South_Australia
gptkbp:natural_resources historically involved in salt mining activities
gptkbp:notable_for salt crusts
gptkbp:part_of Lake Frome National Park
gptkbp:photography known for stunning landscapes
gptkbp:recreation photography and birdwatching
gptkbp:research site for ecological research
gptkbp:research_interest of interest to geologists and ecologists
gptkbp:seasonal_activities experiences seasonal changes in appearance
gptkbp:sugar_content high salinity levels
gptkbp:surrounding_area arid region
nearest town is Marree
gptkbp:tourist_attraction attracts tourists for its unique landscape
gptkbp:type saline lake
gptkbp:water_management varies seasonally
high evaporation rates
occasional flooding events
gptkbp:water_quality variable water quality
gptkbp:water_source seasonal rainfall
gptkbp:wildlife home to various bird species
supports various wildlife species
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Sturt_Stony_Desert
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4