The water found in the unsaturated zone is called

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The water found in the unsaturated zone is called:

A. Gravitational water

B. Capillary water

C. Hygroscopic water

D. Vadose water

Answer: Option D

Vadose water refers to the water in the unsaturated zone, above the water table, including capillary and gravitational water.

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