18.1.2.3. Geographical and Environmental Factors

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is one geographical factor that can affect reservoir evaporation?

   Hint

   Think about the position on the globe

2. 2.

   How does vegetation affect evaporation?

   Hint

   Consider what happens in shade versus sunlight.

3. 3.

   What two geographical factors significantly influence reservoir evaporation?

   • Height and Temperature
   • Latitude and Altitude
   • Humidity and Wind

   Hint

   Think about where the sun shines most directly.

4. 4.

   True or False: Surrounding vegetation has no effect on reservoir evaporation.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how forests and fields differ.

5. 5.

   Propose a method for measuring the effect of latitude on reservoir evaporation over a year.

   Hint

   Consider how you would account for other variables.

6. 6.

   Analyze how climate change might alter geographical effects on reservoir evaporation.

   Hint

   Think about how changing climate impacts weather patterns and ecosystems.