FlexiQuiz - WELL CONTRACTORS CERTIFICATION CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS QUIZ1

Why is a circular arrangement more efficient for a well point system

A central pump is needed

More hydraulic lift from centralized pump

Water travels faster in circles

None of the above

The action of the surge plunger can cause _____ to plaster over the screen surface

Rock

Clay

Sand

None of the above

What two ways can a modern screened well be completed

Natural development

Artificially gravel packed

Both A & B

None of the above

Drilling fluid essential functions include all of the following EXCEPT:

Seal wall of the borehole to reduce fluid loss

Cool and clean the drill bit

Support the wall of the borehole to prevent caving

Pushes cuttings to t he bottom of the drilling hole

All of the above

What conditions can be found that cause mineral deposits when the pH is higher than 7

Carbonate hardness

Iron

Manganese

All of the above

None of the above