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noun

  • An area of land through which water from the surface, such as precipitation, percolates downward into an aquifer to replenish the groundwater supply.

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In addition to vents, where warm fluids seep up from cracks in the Earth, hydrothermal systems also include recharge zones — cooler areas where water flows down into the seafloor.

From Salon • Oct. 12, 2023

Because paleo valleys are unusual in their capacity, size and accessibility, Fogg and Knight hope areas of land above them can be set aside as dedicated recharge zones.

From Scientific American • Nov. 18, 2022

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  • aquifer replenishment area
  • nature's filter
  • intake area
  • groundwater source area
  • earth's sponge

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  • aquifer outlet
  • artesian source
  • discharge zone
  • water exit point

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