GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The entry of water into the subsurface is termed infiltration. The process of percolation refers to the subsequent movement of water through subsurface soil pores until it reaches the water table. At this point it becomes groundwater.

Detailed explanation-2: -The ability or attribute of any soil or rock to permit the flow or passage of water through it is termed permeability.

Detailed explanation-3: -Percolation is the movement of water through the soil itself. Finally, as the water percolates into the deeper layers of the soil, it reaches ground water, which is water below the surface. The upper surface of this underground water is called the “water table".

Detailed explanation-4: -Infiltration. Infiltration happens when water soaks into the soil from the ground level. It moves underground and moves between the soil and rocks.

Detailed explanation-5: -Infiltration and percolation are two related but different processes describing the movement of water through soil. Infiltration is defined as the downward entry of water into the soil or rock surface and percolation is the flow of water through soil and porous or fractured rock.