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Question 12 • Earth and Space Science

What is suggested about the relationship between surface water and unconfined aquifers?

Answer
A
Unconfined aquifers create surface lakes.
B
Surface water can recharge unconfined aquifers.
C
Unconfined aquifers are isolated from the surface.
D
Aquifers only flow into rivers, not lakes.

Explanation

Unconfined aquifers have an upper boundary that is not sealed by an impermeable layer, so water from the surface can seep down into them. This process is called recharge. Therefore, the statement that surface water can recharge unconfined aquifers is suggested; they are not isolated from the surface.

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