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Hydrogeology (aquifers): Groundwater confined between two impermeable layers is termed what? Focus on the technical name for water stored under confining beds. Choose the correct term.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Confined groundwater

Explanation:

Concept/Approach
Water trapped between confining (impermeable) layers is called confined groundwater (within a confined aquifer). An artesian well is a structure that taps such an aquifer; the water itself is termed confined.


Final Answer
Confined groundwater

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