Practice mode Water Management

What is a well that penetrates groundwater confined between impervious layers above and below called?

Correct answer D. Artesian well

Explanation

In an artesian well, confined groundwater is under pressure, so water rises above the top of the aquifer and may even flow out at the surface.

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