What is the typical flow direction of groundwater?
A. From low elevation to high elevation
B. From high pressure to low pressure
C. From low pressure to high pressure
D. Circular flow
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Groundwater flows from areas of high hydraulic head (pressure) to areas of lower head, in accordance with the hydraulic gradient.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Groundwater And Hydrogeology
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