REVIEW 2026 SOLVED PROBLEMS
GRADED A+
⩥The term ______ refers to water that collects beneath the surface of the
earth in porous, permeable, water-bearing geologic formations or
aquifers. Answer: groundwater
⩥The term ________refers to water that is found above ground in
containment areas, such as lakes, rivers, streams, creeks, and reservoirs.
Answer: surface water
⩥Water table aquifers are recharged by _______________ of water
Answer: infiltration
⩥Rock-filled or lined pits dug at least 4 feet deep at the end of a septic
tank absorption field system are called __________ Answer: leach
fields/ seepage pits
⩥Pits constructed in permeable soil with open-jointed material along the
sides to the bottom of the pit that receive a direct discharge of raw
wastewater are called ____________ Answer: cesspools