E. Increased water demand in the area, leading to excessive pumping and depletion of the aquifer.
F. Groundwater contamination, making the water unfit for use and reducing the available water volume.
G. Climate change and drought, resulting in reduced recharge of the aquifer and lowered water levels in the well.
H. Physical damage to the well casing or structure, causing leaks and water loss.
I. Long-term decline in the overall water table in the region, impacting the amount of water available to the well.
J. Changes in land use, such as urbanization or increased agricultural practices, leading to increased surface water runoff and decreased recharge to the aquifer.
K. Natural subsidence or sinking of the land, resulting in a lower water table and reduced well capacity.
L. Poor well construction or maintenance, leading to the intrusion of sediments, clogging the well and reducing water flow.
What might cause a well to hold less water each year? responses
a. The aquifer has slowly become dry over time
B. An earthquake shifted the aquifer to a new spot
C. The groundwater reaches freezing temperature
D. The rocks in the well become harder
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