Groundwater

Definition

Groundwater refers to the water present beneath Earth's surface in saturated zones called aquifers. It is an important source of drinking water and supports ecosystems.

Related terms

Water Table: The upper boundary of the zone of saturation where groundwater fills all available spaces in soil or rock.

Recharge Area: A location where water infiltrates into an aquifer, replenishing its supply.

Cone of Depression: A cone-shaped lowering of the water table caused by excessive pumping from a well.