As people pump water out of the ground, the water table can lower. Which of the following are possible consequences of a lower water table? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)

Question

Responses

larger aquifers
larger aquifers

saltwater intrusion
saltwater intrusion

rising sea levels
rising sea levels

land subsidence
land subsidence

cleaner water

Answer 1

The two correct answers regarding the possible consequences of a lower water table are:

1. Saltwater intrusion - As the water table lowers, it can lead to saltwater moving into freshwater aquifers, especially in coastal areas, which can contaminate the freshwater supply.

2. Land subsidence - Lowering the water table can cause the ground above to sink or settle, a phenomenon known as land subsidence, as the support provided by the water in the soil is removed.

So, the correct responses are saltwater intrusion and land subsidence.