Ground Water Flow Model

What is it?

The groundwater flow model is an interactive display that demonstrates the movement of pollutants through the soil.  It shows how pollutants in one area can impact downstream waters of another area.  This display is 2" thick by 2' long by 1.3' tall.

How does it work?

Through the use of dyes and gravity we are able to show what happens in wells, deep and shallow, streams, bedrock and impervious zones.  Students are asked what they think are typical sources of groundwater pollution and how it could possibly have gotten into the groundwater.

Conclusions?

This model demonstrates that the sources of pollution may not always be right next door, but instead many miles away (usually upstream).  Students are asked what they could possibly do to help prevent this kind of pollution.