Question

Name and explain any one way by which the underground water table does not go down further.(All India - 2017)

Answer 1

Answer:

reforestation by it the water holding capacity of soil increases

Answer 2

The correct answer is:

Explanation:

• Tree plantation (Afforestation)

1. Roots of trees can grow deep into the soil by penetrating through it.
2. They absorb water from the soil through the root hairs.
3. The multiple root hairs hold water molecules in between then by cohesion, adhesion and capillary action.
4. This water can be used to maintain the required level of water in the water table that can be drawn out using bore wells for the purpose of consumption.