What is porosity?
SCI CHP 15: Part 2 - Groundwater Movement Factors & Influences

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Porosity is the amount of water a sediment can hold.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is permeability?
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Permeability is the ability of a material to allow fluids to pass through it.
3.
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How does clay affect groundwater movement?
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Clay has high porosity but low permeability, meaning it can hold a lot of water but does not allow it to flow easily.
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What determines how much water soil can take in?
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Porosity determines how much water the soil can take in.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What determines how fast water can move underground?
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Permeability and gravity determine how fast water can move underground.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which factor does NOT affect groundwater movement?
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Viscosity does NOT affect groundwater movement.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the relationship between porosity and permeability in sandy soils?
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Sandy soils typically have high porosity and high permeability, allowing them to hold and transmit water effectively.
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