41.4.1. Infiltration

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is infiltration?

   Hint

   Think about what happens to rain on soil.

2. 2.

   Name one type of device that measures infiltration.

   Hint

   Starts with 'I' and is related to measuring water entry.

3. 3.

   Infiltration is the process of water entering the soil.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about what happens to rain when it hits the ground.

4. 4.

   Which type of soil has the highest infiltration rate?

   • Clay
   • Sandy
   • Silty

   Hint

   Consider the size of soil particles.

5. 5.

   A farmer notices that water is pooling on the surface of his field after rainfall. What are some potential reasons for this, and how could he address the issue?

   Hint

   Consider what impacts water movement in soils.

6. 6.

   Design an experiment using an infiltrometer to test the infiltration rate of three different soil types. Outline the steps and expected outcomes.

   Hint

   Remember the differences in soil structure.