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The movement of water across the ground surface into the soil is known as:

A. Transpiration

B. Percolation

C. Infiltration

D. Capillary action

Answer: Option C

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Infiltration is the process where surface water enters the soil and contributes to groundwater recharge or storage.

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