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A recharge zone is an area where:

A. Water is extracted

B. Water table is shallow

C. Water enters an aquifer

D. Water evaporates

Answer: Option C

Solution (By Examveda Team)

A recharge zone is where surface water infiltrates into the ground to replenish an aquifer.They are essential for groundwater sustainability.

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