A layer of impermeable material, such as clay, that prevents mixing of the ground water in the aquifers above and below it is called a ________ layer.

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A confining layer, also known as an aquitard, acts as a barrier to the flow of water and prevents mixing between the aquifers above and below it. The other choices are not commonly used terms to describe this type of layer.

A Layer of Impermeable Material, Such as Clay, That Prevents