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sources of usable groundwater
there are two kinds of aquifes:
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they are absorbent rock covered in soil |
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Aquiers sorunded by a layer of watertight rocks or clay |
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is the uppermost level where the water in a given area fully soaks up the rock and soil. It is considered the surface of a ground water. |
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water from rain infiltrates the soil and enters an Aquifer. To fill up an almost depleted aquifer.
Precipitation canot enter a confined aquifer, it would have to enter rom an opening in the surfac to recharge. |
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springs happen when theres an opening on the surface.
Humans and Animals use it as drinking water. |
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drilling a hole into a confined aquifer releases pressure causing it to rise up. |
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