21.1 - Concept of Evapotranspiration
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What does ET stand for in hydrology?
💡 Hint: Think about the combination of evaporation and another plant-related process.
Name one factor that influences evapotranspiration.
💡 Hint: It's something that can provide energy for evaporation.
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What does potential evapotranspiration (PET) represent?
💡 Hint: Consider what the word 'potential' indicates.
True or False: AET can be higher than PET.
💡 Hint: Think about what is real versus what is potential.
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A region has a high solar radiation rate, yet the AET is significantly lower than PET. Discuss the possible reasons behind this discrepancy.
💡 Hint: Consider how environmental factors can affect moisture availability.
Evaluate the role of wind speed in agricultural planning for irrigation. How would varying wind conditions inform water management practices?
💡 Hint: Think about the impact of wind on soil moisture and crop needs.
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