ConcepTest: Recharging Aquifers
This material was originally created for
Starting Point:Introductory Geology and is replicated here as part of the SERC Pedagogic Service.
Question:
If rain falls on a gentle slope, which scenario will increase recharge of an unconfined (open) aquifer?
a. light rain on clay
b. heavy rain on clay
c. light rain on sand
d. heavy rain on sand
a. light rain on clay
b. heavy rain on clay
c. light rain on sand
d. heavy rain on sand
Student Responses:
No data yet. The correct response is d.
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