33.3 - Aquittards and Aquicludes
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What is the primary function of an aquitard?
💡 Hint: Think about permeability.
Name a material that can act as an aquiclude.
💡 Hint: What type of material does not allow water to pass through?
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What is an aquitard?
💡 Hint: Consider the meaning of low permeability.
True or False: Aquicludes are effective in preventing water extraction.
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of an aquiclude.
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In a groundwater study, a hydrogeologist discovers a layer of siltstone above a clay layer. Discuss how these layers will interact in terms of groundwater flow.
💡 Hint: Think about both layers' permeability.
Imagine a region where you have multiple aquifuges. How would this affect the local ecology and water availability?
💡 Hint: Consider how plants and animals rely on groundwater.
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