Springs (hydrology)Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spring_%28hydrosphere%29) A spring is a component of the hydrosphere. Specifically, it is any natural situation where water flows to the surface of the earth from underground. Thus, a spring is a site where the aquifer surface meets the ground surface. (Wikipedia) Preferred Units: N/A Scope Note: N/A This term is used for the following terms: N/A Approved Date 11-Dec-2013 Items having a keyword or observed-property relationship to this subject term Click here to give feedback on this term or suggest an update. |