Wet and dark.
Brian A. Heck has written: 'Hydrogeology and ground-water-quality conditions at the Reno County Landfill, south-central Kansas, 1990-91' -- subject(s): Environmental aspects, Environmental aspects of Groundwater flow, Environmental aspects of Sanitary landfills, Groundwater flow, Sanitary landfills, Water quality
James D Hall has written: 'Overview of environmental and hydrogeologic conditions at Iliamna, Alaska' -- subject(s): Environmental aspects, Environmental aspects of Hazardous substances, Groundwater, Hazardous substances, Hydrogeology, Pollution, Water-supply
It pollutes groundwater and destroys habitat.
Groundwater is water that is stored beneath the earth's surface in soil and rock formations. Groundwater pollution from landfills occurs when chemicals and toxins from the waste leak into the groundwater, contaminating it and posing risks to human health and the environment. This is a common environmental danger of landfills because the liner systems meant to prevent leakage can degrade over time, allowing pollutants to seep into the groundwater.
An observation well is a type of monitoring well used to measure groundwater levels, quality, and flow direction. It is typically installed in close proximity to a contaminant source or environmental hazard to track any changes in groundwater conditions over time. Observation wells help in assessing the impact of human activities or natural processes on groundwater resources.
Landfills are exposed to various environmental conditions such as precipitation, temperature changes, microbial activity, and chemical reactions from waste decomposition. These conditions can impact the landfill by affecting waste decomposition rates, leachate generation, gas production, and potential environmental impacts such as groundwater contamination and air emissions. Proper landfill design and management practices are essential to mitigate these impacts.
South American Guarani Aquifer System
M. J. M. Vissers has written: 'Patterns of groundwater quality' -- subject(s): Mathematical models, Aquifers, Groundwater, Environmental geochemistry, Quality, Groundwater flow
Yes, humans can use groundwater for various purposes such as drinking, agriculture, and industry. However, over-extraction of groundwater can lead to depletion of aquifers and other environmental issues. Sustainable management practices are important to ensure the long-term availability of groundwater resources.
Matthew J. Ferrari has written: 'Nitrate in ground water in the Great Valley carbonate subunit of the Potomac River Basin' -- subject(s): Agriculture, Environmental aspects, Environmental aspects of Agriculture, Environmental aspects of Nitrates, Groundwater, Nitrates, Pollution 'Water-quality assessment of the Potomac River Basin' -- subject(s): Environmental aspects, Environmental aspects of Pesticides, Groundwater, Pesticides, Pollution
That area of land is known as a recharge zone or a groundwater recharge area. In this zone, water from precipitation or surface water sources infiltrates into the ground and replenishes the groundwater supply. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the environmental balance of groundwater resources.
C. M. Bristow has written: 'Geology and groundwater conditions of central Laikipia' -- subject(s): Geology, Groundwater