Karst landscapes ________.
A) are somewhat less common in the U.S. than on Earth as a whole
B) seldom have steep-sided terrain
C) are formed in arid climates
D) can be said to be the same as hydrothermal landscapes
E) are formed by underground processes

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Karst landscapes are formed by the dissolution of soluble rocks such as limestone, dolomite, and gypsum by groundwater. This creates unique landforms such as sinkholes, caves, and underground rivers. These landscapes are not exclusive to arid climates and are found all over the world. Hydrothermal landscapes, on the other hand, are formed by the movement of hot fluids through rocks and are not the same as karst landscapes.

Karst Landscapes ________