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2. Alignment of Canals
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What is canal alignment?
Hint
Think about how a canal follows the land.
- 2.
Name one type of canal alignment.
Hint
What type follows the natural curves of the land?
- 3.
What is the main factor that affects canal alignment?
- Soil type
- Topography
- Water source
Hint
Consider what shapes the land.
- 4.
True or False: Seepage losses can occur only in lined canals.
- True
- False
Hint
Think about how water interacts with different materials.
- 5.
Given a landscape with both hills and valleys, draft a brief outline of how you would align a canal. What factors will you consider?
Hint
Assess natural features that can assist your design.
- 6.
Evaluate the potential impact of inadequate canal alignment on the environment. What losses could occur?
Hint
Think about the environment surrounding the canal.
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