Groundwater Velocity in Groundwater Hydrology Formulas

The Groundwater Velocity refers to the speed at which groundwater moves through the pores or fractures in a subsurface material, such as soil or rock. And is denoted by v. Groundwater Velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Groundwater Velocity is always negative.

Formulas to find Groundwater Velocity in Groundwater Hydrology

fxRate of movement through aquifer and confining bedGo

Groundwater Hydrology formulas that make use of Groundwater Velocity

fxVelocity Equation of HydraulicsGo

List of variables in Groundwater Hydrology formulas

fx Hydraulic Conductivity Go

fx Porosity of Soil Go

fx Hydraulic Gradient Go

FAQ

What is the Groundwater Velocity?

The Groundwater Velocity refers to the speed at which groundwater moves through the pores or fractures in a subsurface material, such as soil or rock. Groundwater Velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Groundwater Velocity is always negative.

Can the Groundwater Velocity be negative?

Yes, the Groundwater Velocity, measured in Speed can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Groundwater Velocity?

Groundwater Velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second[m/s] for Speed. Meter per Minute[m/s], Meter per Hour[m/s], Kilometer per Hour[m/s] are the few other units in which Groundwater Velocity can be measured.

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