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Ground Water

"supply of fresh water found beneath the Earth's surface, usually in aquifers, which supply wells and springs. Because ground water is a major source of drinking water, there is growing concern over contamination from leaching agricultural or industrial p

Source: United States Environmental Protection Agency, Terms of Environment

   
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