Which of the following is true about the Ogallala aquifer?
A) It was featured in the movie A Civil Action.
B) Water levels are dropping primarily because of overpumping.
C) It is a confined aquifer so is replenished as fast as water is used.
D) None of these.

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The Ogallala aquifer is experiencing a depletion in water levels primarily due to overpumping. A is incorrect as the Ogallala aquifer was not featured in the movie A Civil Action. C is also incorrect as the Ogallala aquifer is not a confined aquifer and is being used faster than it is being replenished.

Which of the Following Is True About the Ogallala Aquifer