Which zone contains both water and air in the pores?
A. Saturated zone
B. Capillary fringe
C. Unsaturated zone
D. Aquiclude
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
The unsaturated zone (or vadose zone) lies above the water table and contains a mix of air and water in the pores.It is significant for soil moisture and infiltration studies.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Groundwater And Hydrogeology
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