Question

Explain the factors responsible for the depletion of water table.

June 6, 2024

Answer

Increasing population: decreases open areas which decreases seepage of rainwater.

Increasing industries: more water is drawn out from ground.
Agricultural activities: irrigation systems fail due to erratic rainfall which results in increased use of groundwater.

Uneven distribution of rainfall
Scanty rainfall
Deforestation

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