21.3.2 - Blaney and Criddle Equation
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What does the acronym ET stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what water loss from soil and plants is called.
What does the crop coefficient (k) indicate?
💡 Hint: It's related to the type and growth stage of a crop.
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What is the formula for the Blaney and Criddle Equation?
💡 Hint: Recall the components and how they relate to ET.
True or False: The Blaney and Criddle Method considers humidity levels.
💡 Hint: Think about what influences evapotranspiration aside from temperature.
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A farmer has a crop coefficient (k) of 1.0, a mean monthly temperature (T) of 30°C, and a p factor equal to 0.6. Calculate the monthly evapotranspiration.
💡 Hint: Follow the Blaney and Criddle formula step by step.
Explain the implications of using the Blaney and Criddle method for planning irrigation in a highly variable climate.
💡 Hint: Consider the consequences of inaccurate estimates in agriculture.
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