A novel understanding of land use characteristics caused by mining activities: A case study of Wu’an, China

摘要: Abstract An idea that which zones are the main disturbed areas in mining cities and what exact impacts space concerns re-use optimal allocation of land. Current research mostly concludes activities impact land use greatly, but there is no definite spatial range disturbance. To find out range, this paper sets up 12 gradients composed mineral locations 11 surrounding with an interval 3 km. And “D-C-S” (Disturbance-Continuity- Sustainability) framework was then established to evaluate characteristics, including 9 indices three layers disturbance, continuity sustainability. Here, adopted two approaches − transverse profiles anomalous economic points test understanding characteristics cities. Our findings show possibly play a more important role structure functions, designated 0–9 km, especially 3–6 km away from locations, where needs about for future policy-making improve pattern, function continuity.