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Shallow pumping wells can often supply drinking water at a very low cost, but have a greater risk of contamination compared to deeper wells. Why?

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The deeper the the water is the freasher/ cleaner it is

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hey i'm late but if any of other readers need help on this question here it is Surface impurities easily reach the shallow water source. ask me if you need any help why

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