Question

Plastic can __________ percolation of water into the soil and prevent replenishment of groundwater.

• A. increase
• B. reduce
• C. stop
• D. none of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

reduce

Groundwater moves through soil and rocks, picking up pollution along the way. Plastic trash can affect groundwater quality, especially if you dispose of it improperly. It reduces the percolation of water as it comes in the way as water moves through the soil, even though it doesn't completely stop the seepage of water into the ground.