31.3.3 - W min-index
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What does the W min-index represent?
💡 Hint: Think about rainfall events and their impact on soil.
Why is the W min-index important for urban planning?
💡 Hint: Consider the connections between runoff and drainage.
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What is the main purpose of the W min-index?
💡 Hint: Think about what it measures.
True or False: The W min-index accounts for initial losses.
💡 Hint: Remember the differences between the two indices.
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A region experiences an intense rainfall of 120 mm, 50 mm of which results in runoff, with initial losses recorded at 15 mm. Calculate the W min-index and discuss the implications for urban design.
💡 Hint: Follow the formula step by step.
Discuss how variations in soil type might affect the W min-index in designing stormwater systems in contrasting areas.
💡 Hint: Consider soil properties and their influence on water movement.
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