Practice Storage Coefficient (S) - 36.2 | 36. Groundwater Hydrology | Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

Define storage coefficient.

💡 Hint: Remember, it relates to water's ability to be stored or released.

Question 2

Easy

What is the typical range for the storage coefficient in unconfined aquifers?

💡 Hint: Think about specific yield.

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Question 1

What is the typical range for the storage coefficient in confined aquifers?

  • 10^-1 to 10^-3
  • 10^-3 to 10^-5
  • 10^-2 to 10^-4

💡 Hint: Think about pressure and compressibility.

Question 2

True or False: The storage coefficient in unconfined aquifers is lower than that of confined aquifers.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the specific yield concept.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a confined aquifer with a compressibility of 3 x 10^-9 and a specific storage of 2 x 10^-5, calculate how much water would be released under a 2m head change.

💡 Hint: Keep track of your units and verify your formula application.

Question 2

Discuss methods engineers can use to manage groundwater yields effectively considering varying storage coefficients in aquifers.

💡 Hint: Think about balancing water needs with preservation.

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