22.3. Factors Affecting PET

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary factor that drives evapotranspiration?

   Hint

   Remember, it's the Sun that provides energy!

2. 2.

   How does high relative humidity affect PET?

   Hint

   Think about how moisture in the air impacts evaporation.

3. 3.

   What factor primarily influences the rate of PET?

   • Solar Radiation
   • Altitude
   • Topography

   Hint

   Consider what source powers evaporation.

4. 4.

   High relative humidity does what to PET? (true/false)

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about moisture and evaporation.

5. 5.

   Analyze how differing vegetation types in a mixed forest could lead to variations in PET within a single geographical region.

   Hint

   Consider how a tall tree might transpire differently from small shrubs.

6. 6.

   Design an experiment to measure the effect of wind speed on PET in a local area.

   Hint

   Think about how to simulate different wind conditions effectively.