Glencoe Physical Science with Earth Science, Florida Edition

Section 3: Groundwater

Section Review Quiz

1.
What is the process called as water seeps into the ground?
A)recharge
B)infiltration
C)replenishment
D)porosity
2.
Select the material that slows or stops movement of ground water.
A)aquifer
B)water table
C)saturated zone
D)aquitard
3.
A rock unit that can transmit water through its pore space is called a(n) _______.
A)water table
B)auitard
C)aquifer
D)saturated zone
4.
What is the name of the process by which water moves from the atmosphere to the surface of the earth and as ground water?
A)water cycle
B)permeability
C)Porosity
D)infiltration
5.
What are some factors affecting groundwater resources?
A)pollution
B)desertification
C)aquitards
D)erosion
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