Which of the statements about groundwater is NOT accurate? a. In the United States, groundwater provides 50% of the population with drinking water. b. Groundwaters are being depleted faster than they can be recharged. c. Groundwaters are becoming increasingly polluted. d. Removal of pollutants from groundwaters is easily achieved.

Which of the statements about groundwater is NOT accurate? a. In the United States, groundwater provides 50% of the population with drinking water. b. Groundwaters are being depleted faster than they can be recharged. c. Groundwaters are becoming increasingly polluted. d. Removal of pollutants from groundwaters is easily achieved.

Aquaculture Science

3rd Edition

ISBN:9781133558347

Author:Parker

Publisher:Parker

Chapter13: Aquatic Structures And Equipment

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