27.9 - Infiltration in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions
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What is a soil crust?
💡 Hint: Think about the texture of the soil surface.
Name one benefit of mulching.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to water when soil is covered.
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What effect does soil crust have on infiltration?
💡 Hint: Think about how hard surfaces behave when water is applied.
Contour bunding helps to:
💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of contouring in landscaping.
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Assess the potential effects of climate change on infiltration rates in arid regions, considering current management practices.
💡 Hint: Think about how climate influences both weather patterns and soil health.
Design a small-scale irrigation plan for a desert farm, incorporating contour bunding and check dams. Explain how these features will improve water usage.
💡 Hint: Consider how water management directly affects agricultural viability.
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