33.4.2 - Hydraulic Head
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What are the three components of hydraulic head?
💡 Hint: Think about the forms of energy in water.
Which component of hydraulic head is usually considered negligible?
💡 Hint: It's often ignored in calculations.
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What makes up hydraulic head?
💡 Hint: Consider the components we discussed.
True or False: The velocity head is a significant factor in groundwater calculations.
💡 Hint: How often do we ignore it in practice?
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If the elevation head of groundwater in an aquifer is 30 meters and the pressure head is 15 meters, what is the total hydraulic head?
💡 Hint: Add both heads together to find total potential energy.
How might a decrease in elevation head due to extended drought conditions influence groundwater pressure and flow rates?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between height and pressure.
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