22.4.2 - Physically Based Methods
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Practice Questions
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What does PET stand for?
💡 Hint: Consider the term used when discussing water and evaporation.
Which method is regarded as more accurate for PET estimation?
💡 Hint: Think about the method recommended by FAO.
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What is the Penman-Monteith method primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Think of its acceptance by organizations like FAO.
True or False: The Penman method does not require wind speed as an input.
💡 Hint: Remember all inputs necessary for the formula.
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Consider a region with high solar radiation and low humidity. Discuss how this combination would affect PET estimations using both the Penman and Penman-Monteith methods.
💡 Hint: Evaluate all contributing factors in the formulas.
Using observed data from a region, develop a case for choosing either the Penman or Penman-Monteith method based on the specific climatic conditions.
💡 Hint: Assess climatic data availability and precision requirements.
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