Asked by Brittany Curran on Jul 02, 2024

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Which of the following is true about the water table?

A) The water table has a similar shape to topography but is more subdued.
B) The water table is highest in elevation beneath lakes.
C) In any area, the water table slopes a consistent amount and direction.
D) All of these.
E) None of these.

Water Table

The water table is the upper level of an underground surface in which the soil or rocks are permanently saturated with water, delineating the boundary between the aquifer's unsaturated zone and saturated zone.

Topography

The arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area, including its relief and the position of its features.

  • Define and describe the significance of the water table, its shape, and behavior in various settings.
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Xiaohan Zhang5 days ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The water table generally mimics the shape of the surface topography but in a more subdued manner, meaning it follows the contours of the land but with less variation in elevation.