18.1.2.2. Reservoir Characteristics

Try these first

1. 1.

   Name a climatic factor that affects reservoir evaporation.

   Hint

   Think about what heats the water.

2. 2.

   What does a larger surface area of a reservoir do to evaporation?

   Hint

   More area means more exposure to air.

3. 3.

   Which factor does NOT influence reservoir evaporation?

   • Solar Radiation
   • Flood Intensity
   • Humidity
   • Wind Speed

   Hint

   Focus on the main climatic and physical traits.

4. 4.

   True or False: Larger reservoirs have lower evaporation rates.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the effect of surface area.

5. 5.

   Consider a reservoir that experiences seasonal temperature fluctuations. How would this affect evaporation rates throughout the year?

   Hint

   Think about the relationship between temperature and energy.

6. 6.

   You are tasked with designing a new reservoir in a region with minimal vegetation. Discuss how you would mitigate evaporation losses.

   Hint

   Consider both engineering and environmental strategies.