Practice Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge - 6.3.2 | 6. Measurement of Precipitation – Recording and Non-Recording Types | Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering - Vol 1
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6.3.2 - Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the main function of a tipping bucket rain gauge?

💡 Hint: Think about what makes this gauge different from manual ones.

Question 2

Easy

Name one advantage of using a tipping bucket rain gauge.

💡 Hint: Consider how it can help in data collection efficiently.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What mechanism does the tipping bucket rain gauge use to measure rainfall?

  • A. Electronic sensor
  • B. Tipping buckets
  • C. Weighing scale

💡 Hint: Identify the device's primary function.

Question 2

True or False: A tipping bucket rain gauge is less accurate in capturing very low-intensity rainfall.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall any limitations discussed in class.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

In a comparative analysis, consider how the efficiency of a tipping bucket rain gauge might differ from a traditional rain gauge during a storm. What design elements contribute to this difference?

💡 Hint: Focus on the advantages of automation in measurement.

Question 2

Propose two modifications to enhance the accuracy of data collected by a tipping bucket rain gauge during extreme weather. What scientific principles would you incorporate?

💡 Hint: Think about environmental impacts on measurement accuracy.

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