Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0134074254
ISBN 13: 978-0-13407-425-2

Chapter 17 - Give It Some Thought - Page 531: 5

Answer

Groundwater from a deep sandstone aquifer is often considered safer to drink than running river water because the sandstone acts as a natural filter, removing impurities and contaminants from the water as it percolates through the porous rock. This filtration process helps to purify the groundwater and make it less susceptible to pollution from surface runoff and human activities, making it generally safer to consume.

Work Step by Step

Please refer to the answer above.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.