Where the water table intersects Earth's surface, a(n)________ results.

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When the water table intersects Earth's surface, a spring results. Springs occur when groundwater flows to the surface naturally due to differences in elevation or pressure. A geyser is a hot spring that erupts periodically with steam and hot water. An artesian well is a well that taps into a confined aquifer, where water is under pressure and flows to the surface without pumping. A cone of depression occurs when too much groundwater is pumped out of an area, causing the water table to lower and creating a cone-shaped depression in the water table.

Where the Water Table Intersects Earth's Surface, A(n)________ Results