Witwatersrand Basin

GPTKB entity

Statements (85)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:geographical_feature
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Kaapvaal_Craton
gptkb:Premier_Mine
gptkbp:area approximately 4,000 square kilometers
gptkbp:contains gold deposits
gptkbp:discovered_by 1886
gptkbp:formed Precambrian period
gptkbp:geographical_feature shale and sandstone
gptkbp:has_impact_on gptkb:local_economy
gptkbp:has_influence_on regional geology
gptkbp:historical_significance gptkb:item
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Witwatersrand Basin
gptkbp:includes gptkb:Barberton_Greenstone_Belt
gptkbp:is_affected_by economic fluctuations
gptkbp:is_associated_with urbanization
South African history
gptkbp:is_characterized_by gptkb:historical_event
cultural landmarks
cultural significance
rich biodiversity
high elevation
economic opportunities
complex geology
mineral wealth
gptkbp:is_connected_to gptkb:Johannesburg_Stock_Exchange
international markets
global supply chains
community development projects
transport networks
local infrastructure
energy resources
regional economies
gptkbp:is_explored_in sustainable practices
geological research
geologists
geological surveys
other minerals
mining engineers
gptkbp:is_home_to gptkb:Educational_Institution
gptkb:archaeological_site
various wildlife species
tourist attractions
various ecosystems
various industries
various organizations
cultural heritage sites
scientific research initiatives
several mining companies
gptkbp:is_influenced_by climate change
local communities
gptkbp:is_known_for its historical landmarks
its biodiversity
its cultural diversity
rich mineral resources
its geological formations
its stratigraphy
its economic impact
its mining history
gptkbp:is_linked_to mineral exploration
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:Kaapvaal_Craton
gptkb:Witwatersrand_Supergroup
geological studies
national heritage sites
regional development plans
economic zones
geological heritage.
Gauteng province
South African geology
mining regions of South Africa
gptkbp:is_recognized_for geological significance
gptkbp:is_studied_in academic institutions
gptkbp:is_subject_to environmental policies
land use changes
environmental assessments
regulatory frameworks
technological advancements
social challenges
mining regulations
gptkbp:is_surrounded_by gptkb:Vaal_River
gptkbp:is_vulnerable_to environmental degradation
gptkbp:located_in gptkb:South_Africa
gptkbp:major_city gptkb:Johannesburg
gptkbp:significance mining industry
gptkbp:supports gptkb:metropolitan_area