Question

The underground water coming out naturally is called __________.
A. river
B. artesian well
C. spring
D. lapies

Answer 1

Hint: Groundwater is the water that is present beneath the Earth’s surface in the spaces between the soil and in the fractures of the rocks. The Groundwater is recharged from the surface when there is rain and the water seeps into the ground.

Complete answer: - Option A: River is a naturally flowing watercourse, usually of fresh water which flows towards an ocean, sea or another river. The river collects its water from glaciers, precipitation, groundwater, springs, etc. Hence, this is an incorrect option.
- Option B: Artesian Well is formed when a well is constructed and the groundwater reaches the surface of the well under natural pressure. Hence, this is an incorrect option.
- Option C: Spring is a point where the groundwater reaches the surface of the Earth Naturally. The groundwater travels through a network of cracks in the rocks and reaches an opening in a cave. The different types of springs are Depression spring, Contact spring, Fracture spring, Artesian spring, Hot springs. Hence, this is the correct option.
- Option D: Lapies are formed by a solution of limestone in the form of grooves and ridges on the surface of a rock. Hence, this is an incorrect option.

Hence, The correct answer is Option C.

Note: It may discharge from the surface naturally in the form of seeps, and can form oases or wetlands. Groundwater is also extracted manually by constructing a well that is used for agriculture, municipal and industrial uses. It is also used for drinking purposes.