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Similarity solution to unconfined flow in an aquifer

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In this study we refer to a non-steady state, one-dimensional unconfined flow in an aquifer described by the Boussinesq equation. A closed-form analytical solution is derived for a semi-infinite porous medium possessing a boundary condition of the power law type.

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    Arieh Pistiner

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Pistiner, A. Similarity solution to unconfined flow in an aquifer. Transp Porous Med 71, 265–272 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11242-007-9124-5

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