Anywhere from days to thousands of years
Molecules of groundwater can stay in the ground for weeks to thousands of years, depending on factors such as the permeability of the soil or rock, the depth of the water table, and the movement of underground currents.
Anywhere from days to thousands of years
Anywhere from days to thousands of years
Anywhere from days to thousands of years
days
days
Anywhere from days to thousands of years
months
Groundwater is in the ground, not in lakes or rivers.
Groundwater can stay underground for a few days to thousands of years, depending on factors like the geology of the area, depth of the water table, and rate of extraction. In some cases, groundwater can flow rapidly through porous rock and be replenished quickly, while in others it can be stored for long periods before recharging.
A WELL is a shaft in the ground used to remove groundwater
water that moves on the ground