ground water chapter 17 Flashcards
1
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water table
A
the upper surface of the groundwater reservoir.
2
Q
zone of saturation
A
lies below the water table
3
Q
zone of aeration
A
porous rock and soil above the water table.
4
Q
permeability
A
to be able to hold water
5
Q
recharge zone
A
an area on the lands surface that supplies groundwater
6
Q
solvent
A
a substance that dissolves other substances in water.
7
Q
cave
A
naturally occurring underground space.
8
Q
spelothems
A
formations in cave formed from liquid mineral substances dripping.
9
Q
stalactites
A
from the ceiling
10
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stalagmites
A
from the ground.
11
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spelunkers
A
amatures who explore caves
