18.1.1. Definition

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is reservoir evaporation?

   Hint

   Think about where water goes from a reservoir.

2. 2.

   Why is understanding reservoir evaporation important?

   Hint

   Consider the impact on water availability.

3. 3.

   What does reservoir evaporation refer to?

   • A) Water loss from a dam
   • B) Water loss from a reservoir surface to the atmosphere
   • C) Water flow into a river

   Hint

   Remember that it involves the water's transition to the atmosphere.

4. 4.

   True or False: Evaporation rates from reservoirs do not change based on the season.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how weather changes affect evaporation.

5. 5.

   A reservoir has an annual evaporation rate of 2 m. If the reservoir's capacity is 10 million cubic meters, compute how much water is lost to evaporation annually. What strategies can be implemented to mitigate such loss?

   Hint

   Think about the total water volume and the surface area relation.

6. 6.

   Discuss the potential environmental impacts if a reservoir experiences increased evaporation due to climate change. Propose solutions to address these impacts while maintaining water availability.

   Hint

   Consider both the biological effects and water usage implications.