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Geological Engineering · Q61

Groundwater and Hydrogeology

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 61

Q61

What is the main driving force for groundwater movement?

A.
Osmotic pressure
B.
Capillary action
C.
Hydraulic gradient
Answer
D.
Atmospheric pressure

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Hydraulic gradient is the primary force that drives groundwater flow from areas of high head to low head.It results from differences in pressure and elevation in the aquifer.