Water table

What is the term used to describe the level below which the ground is fully saturated with water?

• Water surface

• Water table

• Water level

• Water depth

What causes the water tables to rise and fall?

• Supply of new water and its extraction

• Earthquakes

• Changes in temperature

• Wind patterns

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting the fluctuation of water tables?

• Through flow variation

• Color of the soil

• Extraction of water

• Supply of new water

What might happen if the water table drops too low?

• Flooding occurs

• Wells and boreholes may become insufficient

• Increased rainfall

• Higher humidity

What is a potential consequence of insufficient water supply from wells?

• Increased agricultural yield

• Water scarcity on the surface

• Improved water quality

• Higher groundwater levels