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Geological Engineering · Q74

Groundwater and Hydrogeology

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 74

Q74

Which term is used for a low permeability layer that restricts groundwater movement?

A.
Aquifer
B.
Aquitard
Answer
C.
Artesian layer
D.
Perched bed

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
An aquitard is a geological formation that slows or prevents the movement of groundwater due to low permeability.