35.1 - Definition of Specific Yield
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What is Specific Yield?
💡 Hint: Think about the ratio of draining water to total volume.
If a specific yield is 0.15, what does that mean?
💡 Hint: Convert that to a percentage for clarity.
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What does Specific Yield quantify?
💡 Hint: Focus on what Specific Yield is responsible for determining.
True or False: Specific Yield and Porosity are the same.
💡 Hint: Think about what each term measures.
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Calculate the Specific Yield if an aquifer has a volume of 50,000 m³ and can yield 10,000 m³ of water.
💡 Hint: Use the definition and formula of Specific Yield.
Discuss factors that might affect Specific Yield and how these could influence groundwater extraction planning.
💡 Hint: Consider both physical and environmental factors.
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