Definitions
Water that occupies pores and crevices in rock and soil, below the surface and above a layer of impermeable material. It is free to move gravitationally, either downwards towards the impermeable layer or by following a gradient. (Source: GEMET/ALL)
Hierarchy
Alternative labels:
aquifer
ground water
Concept URI: http://www.informea.org/terms/groundwater
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