Assessment of the stability potential of geosystems under anthropogenic influences (Case study: Ural River)
Khassenova A. Bazarbayeva T. Nizamiev A. Kurbanova L. Tussupova B. Kenzhebay R. Bekzhanova A. Khamitov A.
January 2025University of Guilan
Caspian Journal of Environmental Sciences
2025#23Issue 1181 - 187 pp.
The stability of geosystems under anthropogenic influences has become a critical area of research due to increasing human activities and their impacts on natural ecosystems. This study focuses on assessing the stability potential of geosystems in the Ural River basin, a region experiencing significant anthropogenic pressures, including agricultural expansion, industrial development, and urbanization. By integrating geomorphological, hydrological, and ecological data, this research evaluates the resilience and vulnerability of the Ural River geosystem to human-induced changes. Field surveys, remote sensing, and statistical analyses were employed to quantify the extent of anthropogenic impacts. Results indicate that approximately 40% of the river basin has undergone moderate to severe degradation, with soil erosion rates increasing by 25% over the past two decades. Additionally, water quality parameters, such as nitrate concentrations, have exceeded permissible limits by 30% in areas adjacent to agricultural zones. The study identifies key drivers of instability, including deforestation, over-extraction of water resources, and improper land-use practices. Mitigation strategies, such as reforestation, sustainable water management, and land-use planning, are proposed to enhance the geosystems stability. This research provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the interplay between anthropogenic activities and geosystem stability, offering valuable insights for policymakers and environmental managers.
Anthropogenic influences , Environmental degradation , Geosystem stability , Sustainable management , Ural River
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Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Faculty of Geography and Environmental Sciences, UNESCO Chair for Sustainable Development, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Osh State University, Institute of Natural science, Physical Education, Tourism and Agricultural Technologies, Osh, Kyrgyzstan
Department of Biology and Geography, Mukhtar Auezov South Kazakhstan University, Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
Osh State University
Department of Biology and Geography
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