Q100
What is the term for the contamination of groundwater by pollutants entering through surface infiltration?
A.
Point-source pollution
B.
Surface runoff
C.
Leachate percolation
AnswerD.
Saltwater intrusion
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
Leachate percolation occurs when rainwater percolates through waste, carrying dissolved contaminants into groundwater.This is a critical concern near landfills.