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Storage Mechanisms - Videos Exercise

1. Explain the difference in storage mechanisms in confined and unconfined aquifers.  What are the key factors that dictate the magnitude of the two different storage coefficients?

2. Watch the following videos and comment on the dramatic difference between confined and unconfined aquifer dynamics.

·         “Stream aquifer interaction” (under “Education Videos” at magnet4water.com)

·         “Aquifer response to pumping” (also under “Education Videos”)

3. Watch the videos on “Artificial recharge” under “Education Videos” at magnet4water.com and watch videos on artificial aquifer storage. Then explain why aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) is often ineffective for a confined aquifer