Question

springs are a very interesting water feature found especially in hilly regions. which of these statements best describes a spring? it is a feature that occurs when river water plunges over the side of a cliff. it is a feature that occurs when a volcano first starts to form. it is a feature that occurs when groundwater intersects the surface of the land. it is a feature that occurs at the mouth of a river where it empties into the ocean.

Explanation:

A spring is formed when groundwater, which has been moving through soil and rock layers, reaches the land - surface and emerges. The first option describes a waterfall, the second a volcanic formation process, and the fourth a river - delta or estuary.

Answer:

C. It is a feature that occurs when groundwater intersects the surface of the land.