Hydrologic Parameters and Aquifer Terminology

These flashcards cover key concepts related to hydrology and aquifer terminology based on the lecture notes provided.

Hydraulic Flux

The rate of flow of water through an aquifer.

Permeability

The ease at which a media can transport fluid.

Residence Time

The average amount of time a water molecule is present in a reservoir.

Saturated Zone

The area in an aquifer where all pore spaces are filled with water.

Unsaturated Zone

The area in an aquifer where pore spaces contain both air and water.

Capillary Fringe

The zone above the water table where water is held in pore spaces by capillary action.

Discharge

The volume of fluid that flows through a given cross-section per unit of time.

Evapotranspiration

The combined process of evaporation and plant transpiration.

Hydrologic Balance

The relationship between the inputs and outputs of water in a system.

Infiltration

The process by which water enters the soil from the surface.

Groundwater Recharge

The process by which water from precipitation or surface water enters the groundwater system.