20.4.1 - Blaney-Criddle Method
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What does 'ET' stand for?
💡 Hint: Consider the two processes it combines.
In the Blaney-Criddle equation, what does 'k' represent?
💡 Hint: Think about specific characteristics of crops.
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What is the Blaney-Criddle equation used for?
💡 Hint: Think about the processes involved in hydrology.
True or False: The Blaney-Criddle Method is only applicable in regions with unlimited water supply.
💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of the method in planning.
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Given a crop with a coefficient of 1.3, 40% of daylight hours in April, and a mean temperature of 20°C, calculate the evapotranspiration using the Blaney-Criddle Method. What might the implications be for irrigation planning?
💡 Hint: Work through the formula step by step for accuracy.
Critically analyze why the Blaney-Criddle Method could be less reliable in regions with extreme temperature fluctuations compared to temperate zones. What recommendations would you make for farmers in those areas?
💡 Hint: Connect fluctuations in temperature to water needs.
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