30.5.3 - Soil Moisture Observation
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Practice Questions
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What is a tensiometer?
💡 Hint: Think about how it helps farmers.
What does TDR stand for?
💡 Hint: It's an acronym relating to measuring moisture.
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What does TDR measure in the soil?
💡 Hint: Think about the primary purpose of TDR.
True or False: Tensiometers can measure soil water pressure.
💡 Hint: Recall what a tensiometer is used for.
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Given a field with varying soil types, how would you choose the most effective method for measuring soil moisture? Justify your choice considering the implications on agriculture.
💡 Hint: Think about which method is less intrusive and offers speed.
Create a management plan for an agricultural area using both tensiometers and TDR. Include how each tool assists in optimizing watering schedules.
💡 Hint: Balance immediate data needs with larger-scale observations.
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