Practice Semi-Confined Aquifer (Leaky Aquifer) - 34.3.3 | 34. Aquifers – Types | Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What is a semi-confined aquifer?

💡 Hint: Think of 'semi' meaning partially.

Question 2

Easy

Explain what an aquitard does.

💡 Hint: Aquitard is a type of boundary layer.

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Question 1

What unique characteristic defines a semi-confined aquifer?

  • It is open to the atmosphere
  • It allows slow leakage through aquitards
  • It is completely isolated

💡 Hint: Think about what 'semi' implies.

Question 2

True or False: A semi-confined aquifer can also recharge directly from precipitation.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the nature of the aquifer.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider a situation where a local farmer is withdrawing water from a semi-confined aquifer. Discuss potential impacts on surrounding wells and natural ecosystems.

💡 Hint: Think about connections between water extraction and ecological balance.

Question 2

Analyze how semi-confined aquifers might be managed to optimize groundwater resources in an area prone to drought.

💡 Hint: Envision methods that balance human need with ecological health.

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