18.1.2.1. Climatic Factors

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is solar radiation?

   Hint

   Think about energy coming from the sun.

2. 2.

   How does wind speed affect evaporation?

   Hint

   Consider how wind can push away moisture.

3. 3.

   Which factor does NOT directly increase evaporation rates?

   • A) Higher Temperature
   • B) Lower Humidity
   • C) Increased Pressure

   Hint

   Think about what conditions help water escape into the air.

4. 4.

   True or False: Cloud cover prevents evaporation entirely.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the role of clouds in sunlight penetration.

5. 5.

   Design a simple experiment to measure the effect of wind speed on evaporation from a reservoir.

   Hint

   Consider how you'll generate varying wind conditions.

6. 6.

   Analyze a case where a reservoir in a humid region experiences rapid evaporation. What external climatic factors could be at play?

   Hint

   Look for anomalies rather than general conditions.