Practice Density of Rain Gauge Network - 7.3 | 7. Rain Gauge Network | Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering - Vol 1
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the minimum number of rain gauges recommended in flat regions?

💡 Hint: Think about large flat lands.

Question 2

Easy

Which organization provides density guidelines for rain gauge networks?

💡 Hint: Think of the world weather organization.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the minimum recommended gauge density for flat regions according to WMO?

  • 1 per 625 km²
  • 1 per 250 km²
  • 1 per 100 km²

💡 Hint: Recall the flatland considerations.

Question 2

Is it true that the IMD has more stringent requirements than the WMO for rain gauge density?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how regional factors influence guidelines.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

A mountainous area of 1500 km² needs to be surveyed. According to WMO guidelines, how many rain gauges are necessary?

💡 Hint: Use the formula where you divide total area by coverage area per gauge.

Question 2

Evaluate the potential impacts of implementing the WMO density guidelines in an urban coastal region that's experiencing climate change.

💡 Hint: Consider how changing weather patterns affect rainfall.

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