35.3.4. Temperature and Viscosity

Try these first

1. 1.

   What happens to water's viscosity as temperature increases?

   Hint

   Think about how liquids behave when heated.

2. 2.

   Define specific yield.

   Hint

   Consider the concept of drainage in relation to gravity.

3. 3.

   How does an increase in temperature affect water's viscosity?

   • Increases viscosity
   • Decreases viscosity
   • No effect

   Hint

   Remember how heat affects liquid movement.

4. 4.

   True or False: Higher viscosity water can drain better from aquifers.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how thick liquids behave compared to thin liquids.

5. 5.

   If the temperature of a groundwater reservoir were to rise significantly during a drought, predict the implications for specific yield.

   Hint

   Consider both physical properties and water demand.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how a sudden drop in temperature in winter would affect groundwater levels and yield, taking viscosity into account.

   Hint

   Think about the implications for water extraction during cold months.