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Chapter 8 ( D 52) |
View Diagram on Page D 52 Ground Water- Water that soaks into soil and rock by collecting in spaces between rocks. Watershed- region that contributes water to a river or river system. Permeable- pores connect and water can pass through easily. Ex. Sandstone Impermeable- Few pores or none connect. Ex. fine particles of clay. Water builds up because it does not pass through. Water Table- The upper surface of soil and rocks that are filled with water. |