Quantitative-Qualitative Method for Quick Assessment of Geodiversity

Vladyslav Zakharovskyi and Károly Németh
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Vladyslav Zakharovskyi: School of Agriculture and Environment, Massey University, Palmerston North 4442, New Zealand
Károly Németh: School of Agriculture and Environment, Massey University, Palmerston North 4442, New Zealand

Land, 2021, vol. 10, issue 9, 1-21

Abstract: The article demonstrates a method for quantitative-qualitative geodiversity assessment based on core elements of abiotic nature (geology and geomorphology) according to a proposed weight multiplied by the area of spread through the studied region. The territory of the Coromandel Peninsula was selected as a case study due to its diverse geology and geomorphology. The north part of the Peninsula (Port Jackson, Fletcher Bay and Port Charles districts) was chosen because of the variety of rock types (sedimentary and volcanic groups) covering the region, while historical stratovolcano remnants and old sediments provide a good variety of meadow hills and weathered coastal cliffs. Meanwhile, the method utilizes easily accessible data (topographical and geological map) to assess slope angle (morphometry) and rock groups, including their age (geology) to identify areas in the sample region with significant geodiversity values. Moreover, the aim of this research is to make the assessment of geodiversity simpler and more accessible for various parts of the world with minimal required information. In this paper, we provide access to improve and utilize this method in geologically diverse territories to select the best areas for geotourism, geoeducation and geconservation planning.

Keywords: geodiversity; GIS-assessment; geoheritage; geomorphology; morphometry; geology; slope; volcanics; greywacke; New Zealand (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q15 Q2 Q24 Q28 Q5 R14 R52 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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