Where groundwater discharges to a stream,the elevation of the water table next to the stream
A)is lower than the surface of the stream.
B)is the same as the surface of the stream.
C)is higher than the surface of the stream.
D)Not enough information given

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When groundwater discharges to a stream, the elevation of the water table is typically higher than the surface of the stream, as the groundwater flows from higher elevations towards the lower elevation of the stream. This is known as a gaining stream, where the stream gains water from the surrounding groundwater.

Where Groundwater Discharges to a Stream,the Elevation of the Water