5.6.1 - Rain Gauge Networks
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Practice Questions
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What is a rain gauge?
💡 Hint: Think about how we measure water from rainfall.
Name one type of automatic rain gauge.
💡 Hint: Consider names that describe their functions.
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What is the primary function of a rain gauge?
💡 Hint: Think about what information we need about rain.
Rain gauge networks are primarily maintained by which organization in India?
💡 Hint: Consider which agency oversees weather in India.
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Critically analyze the impact of inadequate rain gauge network coverage in remote areas on flood forecasting accuracy.
💡 Hint: Consider how a lack of information affects decision-making.
Design a proposal for enhancing rain gauge network efficiency, incorporating technological advancements and solutions to existing challenges.
💡 Hint: Think creatively about how technology can bridge gaps.
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