2.5. Terrestrial Water Budget

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the definition of 'evapotranspiration'?

   Hint

   Think about the role of plants in the water cycle.

2. 2.

   Name two factors that influence the terrestrial water budget.

   Hint

   One is about weather and the other relates to plants.

3. 3.

   Which factor does NOT influence the terrestrial water budget?

   • Soil Type
   • Climate
   • Ocean Depth

   Hint

   Consider which factors are related to land, not water bodies.

4. 4.

   True or False: Vegetation increases local evapotranspiration.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how plants interact with water.

5. 5.

   Discuss how a change in climate regime (like moving from a humid to an arid climate) would impact the local terrestrial water budget, considering vegetation, soil, and human activity.

   Hint

   Think about the relationships between rainfall, water usage, and how plant life would respond to less water.

6. 6.

   Analyze the effect of deforestation on the terrestrial water budget in a local ecosystem. What consequences might arise?

   Hint

   Consider how removing trees affects both soil and moisture.