Shale Is a Common _____ Because It Retards the Flow

question 51

Multiple Choice

Shale is a common _____ because it retards the flow of ground water.

• A) artesian aquifer
• B) confined aquifer
• C) aquifer
• D) vadose rock
• E) aquitard

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