If a water well is actively pumped,the water table will
A)be raised around the well.
B)stay at the same level as before pumping.
C)be depressed around the well.
D)be recharged.

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Actively pumping a water well can depress the water table around the well as the pump creates a vacuum which draws the water out of the ground. Over-pumping can lead to the depletion of the aquifer and the water table lowering overall.

If a Water Well Is Actively Pumped,the Water Table Will