What is the basic difference between vadose and phreatic cave passages in karst?
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Correct answer: Vadose passages form above the water table by flowing water and phreatic passages form under fully water-filled conditions
Vadose passages develop above the water table, where gravity-driven streams usually cut downward through limestone and produce more vertically developed channels. Phreatic passages form below the water table while the conduit is completely filled with groundwater; dissolution can then occur around the passage in several directions. Hence option A is correct. The remaining choices confuse karst drainage with wind, glacial, marine, or drumlin processes.
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Vadose passages form above the water table by flowing water and phreatic passages form under fully water-filled conditions
Why is this the correct answer?
Vadose passages develop above the water table, where gravity-driven streams usually cut downward through limestone and produce more vertically developed channels. Phreatic passages form below the water table while the conduit is completely filled with groundwater; dissolution can then occur around the passage in several directions. Hence option A is correct. The remaining choices confuse karst drainage with wind, glacial, marine, or drumlin processes.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Bank Reconciliation Statement. Topic: Reconciling cash book and passbook differences.
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