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The rate of groundwater flow is governed mainly by:

A. Temperature

B. Porosity

C. Hydraulic gradient and permeability

D. Surface runoff

Answer: Option C

Solution (By Examveda Team)

According to Darcy�s Law, groundwater flow rate is controlled by hydraulic gradient and the material�s permeability.Porosity affects storage more than flow.

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