Karst study of Jinfo Mountain based on image analysis

Area of Science:

• Geology
• Geomorphology
• Environmental Science

Background:

• Karst development rate (KDR) and porosity of carbonate rocks (PCR) are key research areas in Jinfo Mountain.
• Traditional carbonate research methods (TCRMs) are often expensive and time-consuming for karst studies.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop a new, reliable, low-cost, and time-saving method for karst research.
• To evaluate the feasibility of image analysis technology for assessing KDR and PCR in Jinfo Mountain.

Main Methods:

• Acquisition of rock sample images from Jinfo Mountain using rock-polarizing microscopes.
• Application of image analysis technology to determine KDR and PCR.
• Comparison of image analysis results with those from TCRMs to validate accuracy.

Main Results:

• Image analysis technology was successfully applied to determine the KDR and PCR of carbonate rocks.
• The results obtained through image analysis showed good agreement with TCRMs.
• The study confirmed the feasibility and accuracy of image analysis for karst research.

Conclusions:

• Image analysis technology presents a viable, efficient, and economical alternative to TCRMs for karst studies.
• This method is applicable to the Jinfo Mountain area and holds potential for broader application in other karst regions.