A flowing artesian well is one that ________.
A) discharges groundwater at the ground surface without pumping
B) has its intake sited within the vadose zone of an unconfined aquifer
C) has its intake sited within the unsaturated zone of an unconfined aquifer
D) has its recharge area at an elevation below sea level

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A flowing artesian well discharges groundwater at the ground surface without pumping, due to the natural pressure of the water in the confined aquifer. This type of well is often found in areas where the water table is higher than the land surface.

A Flowing Artesian Well Is One That ________