"Shallow aquifers" refers to underground layers of porous rocks or soil that contain water near the surface.
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«shallow»
«aquifer»
Sentences with «shallow aquifers»
- Although fracking has unlocked new fuel sources and slashed energy prices, there is a risk that toxic compounds in the fracking fluid can get into shallow aquifers via fractures in the bedrock. (newscientist.com)
- Our study revealed a type of saline water in shallow aquifers, particularly along valleys in northeastern Pennsylvania, that resemble the unique geochemical composition of the Marcellus brine. (dotearth.blogs.nytimes.com)
- Their results identify where deeply buried aquifers likely exchange water with shallow aquifers or discharge to the surface water system. (sciencedaily.com)
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