21.3.5 - Limitations of Blaney and Criddle Method
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What are the main limitations of the Blaney and Criddle method?
💡 Hint: Think about what factors affect evapotranspiration.
In what type of regions is the Blaney and Criddle method most applicable?
💡 Hint: Consider the water availability in a region.
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What is one primary factor that the Blaney and Criddle method does not consider?
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True or False: The Blaney and Criddle method is more accurate than the Penman method.
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Given a scenario where a region has high humidity and varying wind speeds, discuss why the Blaney and Criddle method may fail in predicting the actual evapotranspiration.
💡 Hint: Consider how these factors directly impact the crop's water loss.
Design a research proposal to quantify the difference in water use efficiency between crops if assessed using both the Blaney and Criddle method and the Penman method over a two-year period.
💡 Hint: Outline the parameters and data collection techniques needed for both methods.
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