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Porosity and Permeability

Patricia A. Maurice

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Abstract Porosity and permeability, two of the most important factors controlling storage and movement of fluids in rocks, soils, and sediments, are briefly discussed here. This material is presented as background for other articles on various topics of soil and groundwater hydrology and geochemistry.

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Abstract Porosity and permeability, two of the most important factors controlling storage and movement of fluids in rocks, soils, and sediments, are briefly discussed here. This material is presented as background for other articles on various topics of soil and groundwater hydrology and geochemistry.

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Abstract Porosity and permeability, two of the most important factors controlling storage and movement of fluids in rocks, soils, and sediments, are briefly discussed here. This material is presented as background for other articles on various topics of soil and groundwater hydrology and geochemistry.

Key concepts: Porosity, Permeability (electromagnetism), Groundwater, Geology, Soil water, Soil science, Geotechnical engineering, Porous medium

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