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What are the five different types of springs based on how they flow?

Gravity springs, artesian springs, seepage springs, tubular springs, fissure springs

What are aquifers partially unconfined?

Because they sit below permeable soil, allowing water to filter through the ground

How are gravity springs formed?

The water is pulled down through the ground until it can't go any farther, so it moves horizontally until it reaches an opening, usually on the side of a hill or cliff

What are fissure springs?

They occur when groundwater comes out through large cracks in the ground, known as fissures Signup and view all the answers

How are springs classified by their size?

Based on their magnitude, or how much water they discharge Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of aquifers?

confined and unconfined Signup and view all the answers

How are confined aquifers different from unconfined aquifers?

Confined aquifers are sandwiched between two layers of low permeability soil and the water does not flow directly into or out of the aquifer. Unconfined aquifers are underneath permeable soil layers and water easily trickles through the ground into the aquifer. Signup and view all the answers

What is a spring?

A spring is formed when the pressure in an aquifer causes some of the water to flow out at the surface. Signup and view all the answers

What are the five main types of springs?

gravity springs, artesian springs, seepage springs, tubular springs, and fissure springs Signup and view all the answers

How are springs classified based on size?

Springs are classified based on how much water they discharge, called the magnitude. There are eight magnitudes used to classify springs, with one being the largest and eight being the smallest. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a spring?

A spring is a place where water naturally flows out of the ground. Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'spring'?

The word 'spring' comes from the German word 'springer,' which means 'to leap from the ground.' Signup and view all the answers

Why are springs not common enough on Earth to support the bottled water industry?

Springs are actually somewhat rare on Earth. Signup and view all the answers

What is an aquifer?

An aquifer is an underground water reservoir. Signup and view all the answers

What do aquifers do?

Aquifers hold billions of gallons of water and feed water bodies on the surface, like lakes and rivers. Signup and view all the answers