What is groundwater? Water that runs along the ground causing erosion. Water found in underground lakes and rivers. Any water found under the ground. Water that is electrically neutral. Any water found under the ground. What is an artesian aquifer? An aquifer from the country Artesia. An aquifer under pressure. An aquifer that can't be reached. The layer of ground directly below the earth's crust. An aquifer under pressure. What is a water table? The type of material the water stays in. The level that water stays at underground. A listing of all the various types of water. The distance from the bottom of the aquifer to the top. The level that water stays at underground. Which of the following is not an important factor conerning groundwater? The Hydrological Cycle The Ozone Layer Average American Water Usage Water Need in Arid Areas The Ozone Layer What causes drawdown around a well? Water sticks to the side of the well. There is a black hole at the bottom of the well. The pumping of the well causes the water table to drop. The ground is pushed down from when the well was put in. The pumping of the well causes the water table to drop. What is evaporation? The process that causes ice to melt. What aliens do to uncooperative humans. The process of a liquid turning into a gaseous form. Anything related to 90 to 100 degree weather. The process of a liquid turning into a gaseous form. What is a perched water table? A water table that is abnormally low due to arid conditions. A water table that is nonexistent because of infiltration. A water table above the normal water table. A type of fish that likes groundwater. A water table above the normal water table. Which of the following is considered a contaminate when found in groundwater? Radioactive Sludge Bacteria and Viruses Pesticides and Fertilzers All of the Above All of the Above Which of the following causes hard water? Excess quantities of oxygen in the water. Excess quantities of calcium carbonate. Radiation in high amounts. Temperatures below freezing. Excess quantities of calcium carbonate. What is the function of a rain gage? To help the weatherman keep his job. To measure the amount of precipitation. To gage the type of rainfall - hard or sprinkle. To slow down the rainfall to prevent erosion. To measure the amount of precipitation. What percentage of the total population in Indiana uses groundwater? 451% 58% 0.005% 17.36% 58% How much water does the average American use daily? 14 tons. 14 metric tons. 168 gallons. 4 ounces. 168 gallons. What is a heat-pump? A device that pumps heat in or out of air or water to cool or heat the home. Mechanical device used in modern automobiles to increase fuel economy. Another version of the standard well pump that has low friction. A pump that uses solar rays to heat a device that pumps water. A device that pumps heat in or out of air or water to cool or heat the home. What should you do if you think your groundwater is contaminated? Have it tested immediately. Have it tested if it tastes bad. Dial 911. Let your sister/brother try it. Have it tested immediately. What can you do to reduce water usage in your home? Nothing...my home is perfect. Move into a desert. Only shower and wash your clothes once a month. Use water economy devices in faucets, showers, etc. Use water economy devices in faucets, showers, etc. How often should you have your groundwater tested? Once every two years and whenever water related problems appear. Every year and whenever water related problems appear. Whenever the water turns purple. Once every five years. Every year and whenever water related problems appear. How deep do pathogenic bacteria exist? As deep as sunlight can penetrate the ground. They can exist at any depth, but are usually only in shallow aquifers. These bacteria exist in the pathogenic zone - 15 meters below sea level. It depends on what planet you're on. They can exist at any depth, but are usually only in shallow aquifers. What is an aquifer recharge area? It's the place you plug the aquifer in. An area that allows water to directly enter an aquifer. An area that has an extremely high water table. All of the Above. An area that allows water to directly enter an aquifer. What is a confining layer? A device similar to a straight-jacket. The proposed alternative to prisons. A layer that prevents water from reaching a plant's roots. A layer of ground consisting of material that resists water flow. A layer of ground consisting of material that resists water flow. How does geothermal energy relate to groundwater? They both start with a "G". Geo meaning the earth relates to ground in groundwater. Geothermal energy is generated by groundwater in the form of steam. They both have the same mother and father. Geothermal energy is generated by groundwater in the form of steam. What is the most toxic inorganic element known to man found in groundwater? Uranium. What I ate for lunch. Radium-226. Hydrogen sulfate 75. Radium-226. What type of bacteria are present in human waste? Coliform Bacteria. Gingivitis Bacteria. Yellow Bacteria. Jovian Bacteria. Coliform Bacteria. Which agricultural chemicals have the most contamination potential? Corn and Wheat. Pesticides and Fertilizers. Irrigation and Plowing. Cows and Hamburgers. Pesticides and Fertilizers. How can a chemical spill contaminate a community well fifteen miles away? The chemical infiltrates an aquifer and is carried to the well. The chemical dissolves everything in its path until it reaches the well. The chemical mutates a mouse and runs to the community. A truck drives fifteen miles to apologize for ruining their source of water. The chemical infiltrates an aquifer and is carried to the well. Are you going to take steps to save our groundwater for future generations? Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes.