Question

What are the qualities required for glacial deposits to make good aquifers?

(a) Uniform size and rounded nature

(b) Non-uniform and angular nature

(c) Uniform size and angular nature

(d) Non-uniform and rounded nature

This question was addressed to me by my school principal while I was bunking the class.

Asked question is from Different Rock as Aquifers in portion Groundwater of Engineering Geology

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) Uniform size and rounded nature

For explanation: When the glacial deposits are made up of sediments of uniform size and rounded nature, they present with best quality. When sufficiently thick and extensive, these may be depended as reliable groundwater reservoirs.