51.5.2.a.i - Depth and Spacing
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Practice Questions
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What is the recommended depth range for drainage pipes?
💡 Hint: Refer to the depth section discussed.
Name one type of material used for drainage pipes.
💡 Hint: Think of common materials mentioned.
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What is the recommended depth for subsurface drains?
💡 Hint: Remember the depth range discussed.
True or False: Wider spacing of drainage pipes is always better.
💡 Hint: Consider the soil characteristics discussed.
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Design a subsurface drainage system for a mixed soil field, detailing how depth and spacing would differ in sandy areas compared to clay areas.
💡 Hint: Use contrast in soil types to justify your design.
Discuss the potential consequences of improperly designed drainage systems in agricultural fields.
💡 Hint: Think about both short-term crop effects and long-term soil health.
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