phreatic

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or occurring in groundwater.

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Variants

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phreatic

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'phrear' meaning 'well' or 'spring'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'phreatic' is also used in the context of volcanology to describe magma that is in contact with groundwater.

2. Phreatic explosions occur when groundwater comes into contact with volcanic magma and turns to steam, causing an explosive eruption.

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Related Concepts

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1. groundwater: The water located below the surface of the ground in the soil pore spaces and in the fractures and joints of rock formations.

2. aquifer: A geological formation or a water-bearing stratum that contains sufficient saturated hydrous soil or sand or gravel to yield significant quantities of water to wells.

3. water table: The level at which the groundwater stands in a water-bearing stratum.

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In geology and hydrogeology, 'phreatic' is used to describe phenomena related to groundwater. It is particularly important in the study of aquifers and the water table.

How to Memorize "phreatic"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a well or spring located underground.

2. associate
   

   - Associate 'phreatic' with groundwater and the water cycle.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'P-hreatic-ally important' to remember the meaning.

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