ABSTRACT
Aquifers are underground formations that store and transmit groundwater. The morphology of an aquifer, or its physical shape and structure, can have a significant impact on the movement of groundwater through it.
The main factrs that control aquifer morphology are the type of rock or sediment that makes up the aquifer, the presence of fractures or other openings, and the degree of compaction of the material. For example, an aquifer made up of porous sandstone will have a different morphology than an aquifer made up of fractured limestone.The morphology of an aquifer can also be affected by the history of the area, such as past tectonic activity or the deposition of sediments.The movement of groundwater through an aquifer is driven by the force of gravity. Water flows from areas of high hydraulic head (pressure) to areas of low hydraulic head. The hydraulic head is determined by the elevation of the water table, the thickness of the aquifer, and the permeability of the material.The morphology of an aquifer can affect the velocity and direction of groundwater flow. For example, an aquifer with a complex network of fractures will have a faster groundwater flow velocity than an aquifer with a uniform structure.The understanding of aquifer morphology and groundwater movement is important for a variety of applications, such as groundwater resource management, environmental protection, and engineering design.
Soil samples taken of various depth from five (5) boreholes drilled within the Benin Metropolis were passed through tests.
The result from this research showed that the aquifer and water Table depth in Benin begins from about 33m.The movement of ground water in Benin City is Southwards as it is higher at the Nothern axis( Powerline), flowing steeply towards the south (Egor).The Aqifers are mainly sand(at the top) and sandstone (at the base) with the larger deposits in the Nothern axis of the City(Eg. Amangba).
