The pressure exerted by rock layers above and below an aquifer that forces water to rise to the Earth's surface is called "hydrostatic pressure." This pressure is a result of the weight of the overlying rock and water, which can lead to artesian flow if the aquifer is confined. In such cases, water can rise spontaneously to the surface through wells or natural springs without the need for pumping.
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This process is called artesian flow. It occurs when the pressure from surrounding rock layers forces water in an aquifer to rise above the level of the aquifer, sometimes to the Earth's surface, without the need for pumping.
When the pressure of rock layers pressing on an aquifer from above and below squeezes water up to the Earth's surface, it's called an "artesian well." In this process, the confined aquifer is under pressure, allowing water to rise naturally without the need for pumping. This phenomenon occurs when the water is trapped between impermeable layers of rock or sediment. As a result, the water can flow freely to the surface when tapped.
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