23.2.3. Vegetative Characteristics

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does LAI stand for?

   Hint

   Think of how surface area is related to leaves.

2. 2.

   Why is stomatal conductance important?

   Hint

   Consider its role in transpiration.

3. 3.

   What does LAI measure?

   • Soil moisture
   • Leaf area per ground area
   • Water usage

   Hint

   Consider what it assesses in relation to plants.

4. 4.

   True or False: Deeper plants tend to have lower AET.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about water access.

5. 5.

   Given a high LAI value, predict the potential effects on AET during a drought. Consider stomatal responses.

   Hint

   Think about how plants adapt their behavior to conserve resources.

6. 6.

   Design an irrigation strategy based on the different growth stages of a selected crop type. Explain how each stage will influence water needs.

   Hint

   Map the crop's growth stages to watering needs.