16.5.3. Structural Measures

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of deepening a tank?

   Hint

   Think about how the water surface is affected by exposure.

2. 2.

   How do wind breaks function to reduce evaporation?

   Hint

   Consider the relationship between wind and evaporation.

3. 3.

   What is one benefit of deepening tanks?

   • Increases evaporation
   • Reduces surface area
   • Increases water temperature

   Hint

   Recall how depth affects exposure.

4. 4.

   True or False: Reservoir lining only helps prevent water loss through seepage.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider all benefits of lining.

5. 5.

   You are tasked with designing a water conservation initiative for a drought-prone area. Specify at least three structural measures you would implement and justify their selection based on evaporation control.

   Hint

   Consider how each measure affects evaporation differently.

6. 6.

   Analyze a scenario where a community has deepened their tanks but sees little reduction in evaporation. Propose additional measures to enhance effectiveness, explaining how they would work together.

   Hint

   Think about the causes of evaporation you’ve learned.