51.7.1 - Desilting and de-weeding of open drains
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What is desilting?
💡 Hint: Think about what builds up in the bottom of a drain.
Why is de-weeding necessary?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to a weed-filled drain.
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What is the purpose of desilting drains?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when drains are clogged.
Regular de-weeding is necessary to prevent what?
💡 Hint: Consider what grows in the drains.
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Create a detailed management plan for desilting and de-weeding a drainage system in a rural community, considering seasonal changes and local environmental conditions.
💡 Hint: Think about how environmental factors might affect your schedule.
Discuss the potential long-term effects of not maintaining drainage systems on local ecosystems and agriculture.
💡 Hint: Consider how interconnected these systems are.
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