Question
How does saltwater intrusion impact the water supply? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
Responses
It causes over-pumping of water.
It causes over-pumping of water.
It decreases the amount of usable drinking water.
It decreases the amount of usable drinking water.
It recharges aquifers.
It recharges aquifers.
It causes saltwater to mix with freshwater.
It causes saltwater to mix with freshwater.
It improves the water in aquifers near the coast.
It improves the water in aquifers near the coast.
Correct responses:
- It decreases the amount of usable drinking water.
- It causes saltwater to mix with freshwater.