44.4.1 - Definition
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What does the frequency of irrigation mean?
💡 Hint: Think about how frequently you would water a plant.
List one factor that affects irrigation frequency.
💡 Hint: Different crops have different water needs.
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What is the frequency of irrigation?
💡 Hint: Focus on what the term frequency relates to in terms of irrigation.
True or False: Soil texture affects how often irrigation should be applied.
💡 Hint: Consider how sandy versus clayey soil will absorb and retain water.
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A farmer has a root zone depth of 70mm, with a management allowable depletion of 30%. If the evapotranspiration is 4mm/day, calculate the frequency of irrigation.
💡 Hint: Convert the percentage to a decimal first.
How might a temperature increase during summer months affect a farmer's irrigation plan for shallow-rooted crops?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between temperature and crop water needs.
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