Activity #4 Ground Water Model In a Jar

Students devlop a model, which they illustrate a water table and allow for the discussion of common terms and illustrate what those terms mean. They comprehend that a flow rates, removal of contaminants, and the amount of water stored are factors that depend on the soil characteristics in an area. Students define the following terms: zone of saturation, water table, permeability, impermeable layers, and zone of aeration.