What is the term for the slow movement of water through pores in soil or rock?
A. Filtration
B. Seepage
C. Capillary action
D. Recharge
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Seepage is the gradual movement of water through porous materials, important in both natural flow and dam safety evaluations.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Groundwater And Hydrogeology
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