Darcy's law: One-Dimensional Flow of Water Through Soils (Seepage)

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To calculate the flow rate through soil using Darcy's law, we consider factors such as the soil's hydraulic conductivity, the cross-sectional area through which the water flows, the difference in hydraulic head (the driving pressure), and the length of the flow path. Darcy's law essentially states that the flow rate is directly proportional to both the permeability of the soil and the pressure difference, while being inversely proportional to the distance the water travels. This method is commonly used to predict water movement in porous materials like soil.

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