32.1.3 - Base Flow
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What is base flow?
💡 Hint: Think about where river water comes from when it doesn't rain.
Why is base flow important during dry periods?
💡 Hint: Consider the impact on plants and animals.
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What is base flow?
💡 Hint: Remember where groundwater comes from!
True or False: Base flow is unimportant during rainy seasons.
💡 Hint: Think about the continuous flow of water.
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In a region experiencing severe drought, analyze how decreased base flow would impact local agriculture and ecosystem health.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to crops and animals when rivers run dry.
Design a water management plan that incorporates strategies for preserving base flow in a watershed area.
💡 Hint: Consider how you can keep water in the ground to support rivers.
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