7.6 - Optimum Rain Gauge Network Design
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Practice Questions
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What does a rain gauge network measure?
💡 Hint: Think about what we are trying to measure with rain gauges.
What does co-efficient of variation (Cv) indicate?
💡 Hint: Consider how variation relates to average measurements.
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What is the primary goal of designing an optimum rain gauge network?
💡 Hint: Consider what we are trying to achieve with the network.
True or False: Implementing the network in one go is more effective than a staged implementation.
💡 Hint: Think about flexibility in design.
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Design a rain gauge network for a mountainous region with significant rainfall variability. Outline the number of gauges needed and the rationale behind your placements.
💡 Hint: Keep in mind the recommended density for mountainous regions.
A new rain gauge is installed, but initial readings show a discrepancy with nearby gauges. Use double mass curve analysis concepts to evaluate the data consistency.
💡 Hint: What does a break in the curve signify?
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