GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

GROUNDWATER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the definition of infiltration?
A
the movement of surface water into rock or soil through cracks and pore spaces.
B
the average annual precipitation over equals the amount of water that evaporates?
C
plants that absorb water and release it into the atmosphere.
D
the course the water in a stream follows.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Infiltration is the process by which water on the ground surface enters the soil. It is commonly used in both hydrology and soil sciences.

Detailed explanation-2: -Introduction. Infiltration is defined as the flow of water from aboveground into the subsurface. The topic of infiltration has received a great deal of attention because of its importance to topics as widely ranging as irrigation, contaminant transport, groundwater recharge, and ecosystem viability.

Detailed explanation-3: -Infiltration is the downward entry of water into the soil. The velocity at which water enters the soil is infiltration rate. Infiltration rate is typically expressed in inches per hour. Water from rainfall or irrigation must first enter the soil for it to be of value.

Detailed explanation-4: -Infiltration is the process by which water ponded or flowing over a soil surface is absorbed into the soil. There are many situations where a contractor is faced with the task of creating an infiltration surface.

Detailed explanation-5: -Infiltration is the process by which surface water enters the soil and forms the groundwater.

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