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The phreatic surface in groundwater terminology refers to:

A. Top of the unsaturated zone

B. Bottom of aquifer

C. Water table

D. Capillary fringe

Answer: Option C

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The phreatic surface is the top of the saturated zone in unconfined aquifers, also called the water table.It separates the saturated zone from the unsaturated zone.

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