15.4.1 - IMD Norms
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What is the recommended distance for rainfall gauge stations in plain areas according to IMD?
💡 Hint: Think about how plains typically have less variation.
True or False: In hilly areas, IMD recommends a greater density of rain gauges than in plain areas.
💡 Hint: Consider how elevation affects rainfall.
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What is the IMD's recommended spacing of rain gauge stations in plain areas?
💡 Hint: Think about how much area one gauge can effectively monitor.
True or False: IMD recommends greater gauge station density in heavy rainfall areas compared to hilly areas.
💡 Hint: Consider the risks associated with heavy rainfall.
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If you were tasked to design a rainfall data collection network over a 2500 km² area that consists of both flat and hilly regions, what factors would you consider in planning the placement of gauge stations?
💡 Hint: Think about how each terrain may receive rainfall differently.
Assuming a region is experiencing climate change, leading to unpredictable rainfall patterns, how would that impact the IMD's rain gauge recommendations?
💡 Hint: Consider the need for adaptability in regulatory frameworks.
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