Linear and circular structures of the Bohemian Massif — Comparison of satellite and geophysical data

Two structural schemes of the Bohemian Massif are presented and compared. The first one is a result of interpretation of various geophysical data and the second one is compiled on the basis of decoding of space imagery from different sources (Kosmos, Landsat etc.). Both schemes have many structural features in common, but there are diversities namely in the hierarchy of directions and regional distribution of linear structures. These problems are discussed in detail. For example, the most impressive system of structures is the NW-SE system in both schemes, whereas the NE-SW is more remarkable in the geophysical scheme; the N-S and the E-W systems are best expressed in the scheme of photolineaments. These facts are due to the genesis, age, development and dynamic characteristics of respective structural systems. The circular structural features namely those of large size are mostly remarkable in space imagery. At present, they are not distinguished genetically but only described regionally.