9.1.1 - Concept and Purpose
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Practice Questions
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What does the Theissen Polygon Method estimate?
💡 Hint: Focus on how rainfall is analyzed in a catchment.
Name one of the main assumptions of the Theissen method.
💡 Hint: Think about the distribution of rainfall across the area.
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What assumption does the Theissen method make about rainfall distribution?
💡 Hint: Consider how rainfall is treated within the areas defined.
True or False: The Theissen Polygon Method takes topography into account.
💡 Hint: Think about how elevation changes could affect rainfall.
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Challenge Problems
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Given the coordinates and rainfall measurements for four rain gauges in a rectangular catchment, determine the area-weighted average rainfall using the Theissen Method's steps.
💡 Hint: Remember to visualize the area each gauge covers.
In a mountainous catchment area, you have the choice to use either the Theissen Method or the Isohyetal Method. Discuss the implications of choosing one over the other based on your observations.
💡 Hint: Consider the terrain and environmental influence on rainfall.
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