2.2 - Types of Canal Alignment
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Practice Questions
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What is a contour canal?
💡 Hint: Think of the lines on a topographic map.
Which type of canal runs along a watershed?
💡 Hint: What do you think a watershed collects?
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What type of canal is aligned along the contour lines of the land?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of contour.
True or False: Valley canals do not require cross-drainage works.
💡 Hint: Think about how water enters valleys.
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Design a simple irrigation layout using different types of canal alignments for a hilly farm.
💡 Hint: Think about the geography and the water needs of the crops.
Discuss how climate change impacts the effectiveness of valley canals under extreme weather conditions.
💡 Hint: Consider both heavy rains and dry spells.
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