18.2.2. Water Budget Method

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the formula used in the Water Budget Method?

   Hint

   Remember what each variable stands for.

2. 2.

   Define inflow in the context of reservoirs.

   Hint

   Think about sources such as rivers and rainfall.

3. 3.

   What does the variable E represent in the Water Budget Method?

   • Evaporation
   • Inflow
   • Outflow

   Hint

   Think about what you're trying to measure in this method.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Water Budget Method does not depend on accurate measurements.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember the importance of data in the calculations.

5. 5.

   In a reservoir, if the inflow is 3000 m³, precipitation adds 200 m³, the outflow is 2500 m³, and the change in storage is 100 m³, what is the estimated evaporation?

   Hint

   Use the formula carefully to substitute the values you have.

6. 6.

   Discuss three factors that could hinder effective measurement of the components in the Water Budget Method, explaining how they influence accuracy.

   Hint

   Consider how these factors could change water dynamics.