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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What does the Thornthwaite Method estimate?
💡 Hint: Think about water loss and evaporation.
Question 2
Easy
Which parameter is NOT in the Thornthwaite equation?
💡 Hint: Look at the given variables in the equation.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the Thornthwaite Method primarily used for?
- Estimating precipitation
- Estimating potential evapotranspiration
- Measuring soil moisture
💡 Hint: Consider the topic we've just discussed.
Question 2
In the Thornthwaite formula, what does 'I' represent?
💡 Hint: Recall our discussion about annual factors in evapotranspiration.
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Challenge Problems
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Question 1
Given the following mean monthly temperatures (in °C): January (2), February (5), March (10), April (15), July (25), calculate PET for April using the Thornthwaite Method if Annual Heat Index 'I' is estimated at 50.
💡 Hint: Don't forget to apply the formula carefully!
Question 2
Discuss how climate variability might affect the empirical exponent 'a'. What implications does this have on the accuracy of the Thornthwaite Method in different regions?
💡 Hint: Consider how different environments respond to temperature changes.
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