26.3.3 - Soil Moisture Content
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Practice Questions
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What is infiltration?
💡 Hint: Think about how water interacts with the ground.
How does dry soil affect infiltration?
💡 Hint: Consider why water is drawn in better with less moisture.
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What happens to infiltration rates as soil moisture content increases?
💡 Hint: Think about the amount of water the soil can absorb.
Is dry soil better for infiltration than wet soil?
💡 Hint: Recall the characteristics of suction in different soil conditions.
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You are managing an agricultural farm. If you know from your records that your soil moisture is high, but a drought is predicted, what strategies can you implement to prepare for the dry spell while maintaining adequate moisture levels in the soil?
💡 Hint: Think about methods to reduce evaporation and enhance infiltration.
A city plans to implement new infrastructure to handle stormwater. Analyze how understanding soil moisture content will influence this project's design.
💡 Hint: Consider the interaction between soil conditions and stormwater management structures.
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