Asked by Chasity Kleinsorge on Jun 10, 2024
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In a material that holds groundwater, porosity:
A) controls the amount of water that can be stored
B) determines the composition of the cement between grains and clasts
C) does not depend on the size and shape of grains and clasts
D) is constant from one type of material to another
Porosity
The measure of void spaces in a material, indicating the capacity to hold fluids.
Groundwater
Water that is found underground in the cracks and spaces in soil, sand, and rocks, forming aquifers.
Cement
A powdery substance made by calcining lime and clay, mixed with water to form mortar or mixed with sand, gravel, and water to make concrete.
- Understand the concepts of porosity and permeability and their significance in groundwater storage and movement.
Verified Answer
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Shauna BohrenJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Porosity is a measure of the void spaces in a material, and it directly controls the amount of water that can be stored within that material. The other options are incorrect descriptions of porosity.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the concepts of porosity and permeability and their significance in groundwater storage and movement.
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