Frequently Asked Questions
Here we attempt to answer many questions we have been asked about groundwater. The answers given usually describe the simple case. We base these answers on our own observations, results of our research projects, and reports and discussion with our colleagues.
Please look through the Articles page to find detailed information.
- About geology and aquifers - questions about the geology, the rocks, the hydrogeological setting, the aquifer materials and their properties, soils and landscapes.
- About water movement - questions about the groundwater itself, its movement, amount, recharge, flow, mixing, and discharge.
- About water quality - questions about the chemical type of the waters, salinity types, the quality of the groundwater for different uses, causes of salinity and various problems.