Understanding Groundwater Dynamics, A Cross-Sectional Diagram of Unconfined and Confined Aquifer Sys
Aquifer and Groundwater Flow Diagram
This educational diagram illustrates the subsurface flow of groundwater within two primary types of aquifers: an unconfined aquifer and a confined aquifer. It clearly shows how water infiltrates the unconfined aquifer from the surface and moves laterally, interacting with a surface water body. Below a distinct impermeable layer, a confined aquifer is depicted, with arrows indicating its flow paths. The visual explanation highlights different geological layers and their role in groundwater movement underground.
