19.5.3.1 - Penman Method
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Define evapotranspiration in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about both evaporation and plant transpiration.
What does the psychrometric constant represent?
💡 Hint: Consider how temperature affects moisture in the air.
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What does the Penman Method estimate?
💡 Hint: Remember, we discussed Penman’s focus during class.
True or False: The psychrometric constant is irrelevant to the Penman Method.
💡 Hint: Review the functions of constants we covered.
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Using the Penman formula, estimate ET with variations of R_n, G, e_s, and e_a for a changing climate and explain the outcomes.
💡 Hint: Review class notes on how each component interrelates strategically.
Critically assess the advantages and disadvantages of the Penman Method compared to other ET estimation methods.
💡 Hint: Consider why the Penman Method is favored in certain scenarios.
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