40.2.1 - Salinity Hazard (Total Dissolved Solids - TDS or EC)
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Practice Questions
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What does EC stand for in terms of water quality?
💡 Hint: Think about electrical conductivity in water.
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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What does a high EC value indicate about water quality?
💡 Hint: Recall how EC relates to salinity.
True or False: An EC level above 3.0 dS/m is acceptable for most crops.
💡 Hint: Think about the classifications of EC values.
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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.
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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