Water Table Lowering Around Wells Caused by Pumping Rates Exceeding

question 68

Multiple Choice

Water table lowering around wells caused by pumping rates exceeding recharge rates can create a(n)

• A)aquitard.
• B)aquiclude.
• C)cone of depression.
• D)artesian well.
• E)stream.

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