16.6.2 - Potential Evapotranspiration (PET)
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Define Potential Evapotranspiration (PET).
💡 Hint: Think about what the term 'potential' suggests in this context.
What does AET stand for?
💡 Hint: Consider the observation of water loss in real conditions.
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What does PET stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what potentials mean in this context.
True or False: AET is always higher than PET.
💡 Hint: Consider real versus theoretical outcomes.
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A farmer estimated that the PET for a certain crop is 10 mm/day and the AET is only 5 mm/day during the growing season. What strategies can the farmer implement to ensure crop health?
💡 Hint: Consider the gap between potential and actual water availability.
Explain how temperature fluctuations might affect both PET and AET during the growing season.
💡 Hint: Think about the balance between heat and moisture.
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