Question

How does saltwater intrusion impact the water supply? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
Responses

It improves the water in aquifers near the coast.
It improves the water in aquifers near the coast.

It causes over-pumping of water.
It causes over-pumping of water.

It recharges aquifers.
It recharges aquifers.

It causes saltwater to mix with freshwater.
It causes saltwater to mix with freshwater.

It decreases the amount of usable drinking water.

Answers

GPT-4o mini
The two correct answers regarding how saltwater intrusion impacts the water supply are:

1. It causes saltwater to mix with freshwater.
2. It decreases the amount of usable drinking water.