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Considering the rapid depletion of groundwater and its implications for food and water security in India, sustainable management of groundwater resources is needed. — Source: Journal of Hydrology, Volume 596, May 2021
How is 'groundwater' different from 'surface water'?
Topic: Groundwater
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Answer
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The difference is shown in the table.
Comparison
| Groundwater | Surface water |
|---|---|
| Water stored below the ground in the pores of soil and rock (drawn through wells and tube wells). | Water lying on the surface in rivers, lakes, tanks and ponds. |
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