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Geological Engineering · Q1

Groundwater and Hydrogeology

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 1

Q1

What is the zone called where all the pores are completely filled with water?

A.
Capillary zone
B.
Aeration zone
C.
Saturated zone
Answer
D.
Vadose zone

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Saturated zone is the region beneath the earth�s surface where all pores and fractures are filled with water.This zone supports groundwater extraction and plays a critical role in hydrogeological assessments.