Q62
What does transmissivity of an aquifer represent?
A.
Rate of water infiltration
B.
Ability of aquifer to transmit water
AnswerC.
Porosity of aquifer
D.
Depth of water table
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Transmissivity is the rate at which groundwater flows through a unit width of an aquifer under a unit hydraulic gradient.It is the product of permeability and saturated thickness.