28.3.1 - Field Methods
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Practice Questions
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Define infiltrometer.
💡 Hint: It starts with 'infilt'.
What does the double ring infiltrometer do?
💡 Hint: Think of how it uses two rings.
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What is the main purpose of an infiltrometer?
💡 Hint: It’s also linked to understanding water movement through soil.
True or False: A double ring infiltrometer is more reliable than a single ring infiltrometer.
💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of each design.
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Design a study using the double ring infiltrometer that addresses soil variability in an agricultural field and how you would account for this in your measurements.
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of soil diversity on water absorption.
Critically evaluate the use of artificial rainfall simulators in practical scenarios and propose enhancements for real-world applicability.
💡 Hint: Think about what natural conditions you might be simulating in real-time.
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