Practice Instrumental limitations and maintenance issues - 15.13.3 | 15. Rainfall Data in India | Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering - Vol 1
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15.13.3 - Instrumental limitations and maintenance issues

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are some common limitations faced by rainfall measurement instruments?

💡 Hint: Think about what physical obstacles could affect an instrument's performance.

Question 2

Easy

Why is regular maintenance important for rainfall measuring instruments?

💡 Hint: What could go wrong if maintenance isn't performed?

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Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What is a common instrumental limitation affecting rain gauges?

  • Data overflow
  • Technical failure
  • Blockage

💡 Hint: Think about what might physically hinder a gauge's operation.

Question 2

True or False: Regular maintenance has no impact on the quality of rainfall data collected.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how instruments perform without checks.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A rain gauge located in a polluted area shows inconsistent rainfall records due to instrument blockage. How would you address this to ensure data accuracy?

💡 Hint: What preventive measures can be put in place?

Question 2

Discuss the ramifications of neglecting observer training for those managing rain gauges in a rural area.

💡 Hint: Consider the long-term impacts on data reliability.

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