Surface runoff is also known as ____________ .

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Surface runoff is the water flow that occurs on the surface of the Earth when excess rainfall, snowmelt, or other sources of water cannot penetrate the soil and infiltrate into the ground. This water flows over the land surface, eventually reaching streams, rivers, and other bodies of water. Surface runoff is also known as overland flow, making choice (B) the correct option. Flooding (A) is a result of excessive surface runoff that cannot be absorbed by the ground and typically causes damage to surrounding areas. Infiltration (C) refers to the process by which water seeps into the ground, which is opposite of surface runoff. Both erosion (D) and stream flow (E) involve water movement, but do not accurately describe surface runoff.

Surface Runoff Is Also Known as ____________