3.3 - Urban Hydrology
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Practice Questions
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What happens to infiltration when urban surfaces become impervious?
💡 Hint: Think about how rainwater interacts with hard surfaces.
What is a detention pond?
💡 Hint: Consider their role in flood management.
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What is the primary change in hydrology due to urbanization?
💡 Hint: Think of how water behaves on hard surfaces.
True or False: Rainwater harvesting can help reduce the demand for municipal water supply.
💡 Hint: Consider the benefits of using natural resources.
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Design an urban drainage strategy for a hypothetical city with heavy rainfall and high population density. Consider SUDS elements and how to integrate them effectively.
💡 Hint: Think about how to balance nature with urban living.
Evaluate the impact of urbanization on local water ecosystems. How would you propose to reverse these effects?
💡 Hint: What natural features can help combat urban runoff?
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