Question

In a GIS-based groundwater recharge study, soil permeability is used as an input layer. How does high soil permeability influence the analysis?

• A. Decreases infiltration and increases runoff
• B. Increases infiltration and supports groundwater recharge
• C. Has no effect on water movement
• D. Prevents water from entering the soil

Hint:

Remember: \[ \boxed{ \text{Higher Permeability} \rightarrow \text{Higher Infiltration} \rightarrow \text{Greater Groundwater Recharge} } \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: Soil permeability is the ability of soil to allow water to pass through it. High permeability promotes infiltration, thereby enhancing groundwater recharge.

Step 1: Understand the effect of permeability. Highly permeable soils allow rainwater to infiltrate quickly, reducing surface runoff.

Step 2: Identify the correct effect. Hence, \[ \boxed{\text{High soil permeability increases infiltration and supports groundwater recharge}.} \] Therefore, the correct option is \[ \boxed{(B).} \]