Go to the Edwards Aquifer Web to
complete the following questions.
1. Where is the Edwards Aquifer and what major cities utilize this water supply?
2. What is an artesian aquifer?
3. Why is flow in the aquifer so irregular, and why are there currently restrictions
on water use?
4. Where is the recharge area and how does water enter the system in the recharge area?
5. What is the rock type of the aquifer and what properties does this formation
have that makes it a good aquifer?
6. What are at least two environmental concerns related to this aquifer that must be resolved in the future?