ABSTRACT
This chapter provides a comprehensive study of groundwater, focusing on aquifers and their properties, the principles governing groundwater flow, and the practical applications of Darcy’s Law. The discussion begins with an exploration of different types of aquifers, including their porosity, permeability, and the conditions that make them suitable for water storage and transmission. The chapter also delves into the calculation and measurement of hydraulic conductivity through laboratory experiments, highlighting methods such as the constant head and variable head tests.
Further, the chapter addresses the response of aquifers to pumping, introducing key concepts like steady-state and transient conditions in both confined and unconfined aquifers. Techniques for analyzing aquifer test data, such as curve matching and least-square fitting, are also covered. Additionally, the chapter includes solutions via the flow net techniques with examples and assignments to reinforce understanding and application of the concepts discussed.
