The utilization of aquifers beyond their flow and recharge capacities is known as
A) the potentiometric surface.
B) influent conditions.
C) groundwater mining.
D) the contact surface.

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Groundwater mining refers to the extraction of water from aquifers at a rate that exceeds their natural recharge rate. This can lead to depletion of the aquifer, long-term declines in water table levels, and other negative impacts. The other choices are not accurate explanations of this concept.

The Utilization of Aquifers Beyond Their Flow and Recharge Capacities