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What does transmissivity of an aquifer represent?

A. Rate of water infiltration

B. Ability of aquifer to transmit water

C. Porosity of aquifer

D. Depth of water table

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Transmissivity is the rate at which groundwater flows through a unit width of an aquifer under a unit hydraulic gradient.It is the product of permeability and saturated thickness.

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