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saraeharris

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Why do some communities inject treated wastewater into aquifers?
 
  A) to recharge it artificially, since nature cannot keep up with urban demands
  B) as a convenient place to dispose of water that is not suitable for other uses
  C) for storage in a place that is not subject to as much evaporation as a reservoir
  D) to prevent flooding due to too much wastewater above the surface

Question 2

What has caused changes to the water level in the High Plains aquifer?
 
  A) erosion
  B) irrigation
  C) increasing urban demand
  D) tectonic plate movement


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nyrave

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


saraeharris

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!

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Wow, this really help

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