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Download Solution PDFWhich of the following is a sub-surface source of water supply?
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Sub-Surface Water Sources Include:
- Aquifers: Underground layers of water-bearing rock or materials like gravel, sand, or silt.
- Artesian Well: A well tapping a confined aquifer, where water rises under natural pressure.
- Tube Well: A deep well that taps water from an underground aquifer.
- Infiltration Well: A well designed to recharge groundwater by allowing surface water to infiltrate.
- Infiltration Gallery: A horizontal tunnel that collects groundwater through infiltration.
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Reservoir
- Description: A reservoir is a large natural or artificial lake used to store water. Reservoirs are typically created by constructing a dam across a river, allowing water to accumulate and be stored.
- Source Type: Surface water source.
- Usage: Reservoirs provide water for various uses, including drinking water, irrigation, industrial processes, and hydroelectric power generation.
Streams
- Description: Streams are natural flowing bodies of water, typically smaller than rivers. They are formed by the accumulation of surface water from precipitation, melting snow, or springs, and they often flow into larger rivers, lakes, or oceans.
- Source Type: Surface water source.
- Usage: Streams are often used as sources of water for drinking, agriculture, and recreational activities.
Dam
- Description: A dam is a barrier constructed to hold back water and create a reservoir or lake. Dams are used to manage water flow, generate hydroelectric power, control floods, and provide water for irrigation and drinking.
- Source Type: Surface water source.
- Usage: Dams are crucial for water management, providing water storage, flood control, and hydroelectric power generation.
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