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Artesian Aquifer

An artesian aquifer contains water under pressure as a result of hydrostatic head. An aquifer must be covered by a confirming material or aquilude and receive a supply of water for the artesian aquifer to exist. The free water surface stands at a higher elevation than the top confining layer.

See also:
aquifer
alluvial aquifer
karst aquifer

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