2. Introduction

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is infiltration?

   Hint

   Think about where rainwater goes after it hits the ground.

2. 2.

   Name one factor that affects infiltration.

   Hint

   Consider how different types of soil feel.

3. 3.

   What process refers to the movement of water into the soil?

   • Evaporation
   • Infiltration
   • Condensation

   Hint

   Think of what happens when it rains.

4. 4.

   True or False: Infiltration capacity can be more than the actual infiltration rate.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider situations where rain is falling very fast.

5. 5.

   Given that the soil infiltration capacity is 10 mm/h, while the rainfall rate is 5 mm/h, calculate the actual infiltration rate after 2 hours of rain.

   Hint

   Apply the greatest rate of infiltration during a constant rainfall.

6. 6.

   Discuss how different land uses can alter the infiltration capacity of an area and propose potential solutions to improve infiltration in urban settings.

   Hint

   Think about urban planning practices and their effects on hydrology.