11.7.1 - Charged into the soil for withdrawal later (groundwater recharging)
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What is a recharge pit?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a pit designed for water to go into the soil.
Name one benefit of recharging aquifers.
💡 Hint: Consider the sustainability of water resources.
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What is the purpose of recharge pits?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens after a rain.
True or False: Soakaways are shallow and wide.
💡 Hint: Recall the depth characteristics of soakaways.
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Discuss the implications of inadequate groundwater recharge in urban areas. What might be some challenges communities face?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens during dry seasons and heavy rains.
Design a rainwater harvesting system for a small school considering geographic and climatic factors. Include types of recharge methods you would use and why.
💡 Hint: Think about the school size and local rainfall patterns.
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