23.2. Factors Affecting Actual Evapotranspiration

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does AET stand for?

   Hint

   Think about what water processes happen in plants.

2. 2.

   Name one climatic factor affecting AET.

   Hint

   Consider the weather elements you encounter daily.

3. 3.

   Which of the following factors does NOT influence AET?

   • Soil type
   • Temperature
   • Plant color

   Hint

   Think about what affects evaporation.

4. 4.

   True or False: Higher humidity typically increases AET.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the science of evaporation and moisture in the air.

5. 5.

   Evaluate how an increase in average temperature and a decrease in rainfall might influence AET in a semi-arid region.

   Hint

   Consider both temperature and moisture effects.

6. 6.

   Given different types of crops planted in an area, analyze how rooting depths affect AET under water-limited conditions.

   Hint

   Think about how each crop's root depth influences the water access.