In a certain area where there are many farms, the groundwater levels have dropped by as much as 10 m over a period of 30 years. The main cause behind this is MOST LIKELY

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Responses
A the evaporation of water from aquifers.the evaporation of water from aquifers.
B the excessive pumping of water through wells.the excessive pumping of water through wells.
C the leakage of fertilizers from the farms into the aquifer.the leakage of fertilizers from the farms into the aquifer.
D the construction of a dam to divert water into a reservoir.the construction of a dam to divert water into a reservoir.

Answer 1

The main cause behind the significant drop in groundwater levels in that area is MOST LIKELY:

B. the excessive pumping of water through wells.

Excessive pumping can lower groundwater levels as it removes water from aquifers faster than it can be replenished, leading to a decline in water availability over time.