Problem 13
Why does water rise in an artesian well? A) a pump C) heat B) erosion D) pressure
Problem 14
Describe the different types of load in a stream.
Problem 14
Which term describes rock through which fluids can flow easily? A) impermeable C) saturated B) meanders D) permeable
Problem 16
Explain how the water table and the zone of saturation are related.
Problem 17
What forms as a result of the water table meeting Earth's surface? A) meander C) aquifer B) spring D) stalactite
Problem 17
How would harmful chemicals in the soil enter into the groundwater system?
Problem 18
What contains heated groundwater that reaches Earth's surface? A) water table C) aquifer B) cave D) hot spring
Problem 19
What is a layer of permeable rock that water flows through? A) an aquifer C) a water table B) a pore D) impermeable
Problem 20
Name the deposit that forms when a mountain river runs onto a plain. A) subsidence C) infiltration B) an alluvial fan D) water diversion
Problem 21
What are the characteristics of a mature stream?