What is meant by the term "baseflow?"

A. The level of flow on a floodplain
B. The speed of water flowing along the base of a channel
C. The level of flow when fed by groundwater alone
D. The level of flow during a flood


Answer: C

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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