Which groundwater term describes the maximum amount of water soil can hold against gravity?
A. Field capacity
B. Specific retention
C. Porosity
D. Saturation index
Answer: Option B
A. Field capacity
B. Specific retention
C. Porosity
D. Saturation index
Answer: Option B
What is the zone called where all the pores are completely filled with water?
A. Capillary zone
B. Aeration zone
C. Saturated zone
D. Vadose zone
The upper surface of the saturated zone is known as:
A. Water table
B. Capillary fringe
C. Aquiclude
D. Artesian surface
A. Rock that does not hold water
B. Layer that restricts water flow
C. Permeable rock that stores and transmits water
D. Layer that absorbs contaminants
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