Practice Salinity Hazard (Total Dissolved Solids - TDS or EC) - 40.2.1 | 40. Quality of Irrigation Water | Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What does EC stand for in terms of water quality?

💡 Hint: Think about electrical conductivity in water.

Question 2

Easy

Is an EC of 0.5 dS/m considered excellent, moderate, or unsuitable for irrigation?

💡 Hint: Refer to the classification of EC values.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does a high EC value indicate about water quality?

  • Low salinity
  • High salinity
  • Moderate salinity

💡 Hint: Recall how EC relates to salinity.

Question 2

True or False: An EC level above 3.0 dS/m is acceptable for most crops.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the classifications of EC values.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You have irrigation water with an EC of 4.0 dS/m. What strategies would you implement to ensure suitable conditions for crops?

💡 Hint: Think about ways to reduce overall salinity levels in irrigation.

Question 2

A farmer notices significant leaf burn in crops irrigated with water having an EC of 3.5 dS/m. Explain the relationship between salinity and leaf burn, and suggest a management practice.

💡 Hint: Consider how salt levels directly affect plant health.

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