Which of the following acurately describes an aquifer. (2 pts)(2 points)

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Natural storage of freshwater that is recharged by man made pumping facilities.
Natural storage of freshwater that is recharged by man made pumping facilities.

Natural storage of freshwater that is located close to the surface.
Natural storage of freshwater that is located close to the surface.

Natural storage of freshwater that is located deep underground.
Natural storage of freshwater that is located deep underground.

Natural storage of freshwater that is recharged with precipitation each year.

1 answer

The most accurate description of an aquifer from the provided options is:

Natural storage of freshwater that is recharged with precipitation each year.

Aquifers are underground layers of water-bearing rock or sediment that can store and transmit groundwater. They are typically recharged by precipitation that infiltrates into the ground.