27.3 - Infiltration Process and Time Dependency
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What is infiltration?
💡 Hint: Think about where water goes after it rains.
Define the term 'initial infiltration rate.'
💡 Hint: Consider what happens right after the rain starts.
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What is the initial infiltration rate (f₀)?
💡 Hint: It's the first measurement taken when it starts raining.
True or False: Final infiltration rate (fc) remains constant after prolonged periods of rain.
💡 Hint: Think about how much water the soil can take after it’s full.
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Why is it critical for local governments to understand infiltration rates when planning new developments?
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of water flow related to buildings and drainage.
If a region experiences an extended period of rain, how might this affect both infiltration and local ecosystems?
💡 Hint: Think about how too much water changes landscape dynamics and plant health.
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