3.3 - Design Considerations
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Practice Questions
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What is the main method of distributing water in surface irrigation?
💡 Hint: Think about how water travels downhill.
Name one advantage of drip irrigation.
💡 Hint: Consider how it helps plants conserve water.
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What type of irrigation involves delivering water directly to plant roots in small amounts?
💡 Hint: Think about how water is applied directly to the plants.
True or False: Sprinkler irrigation is only effective on flat terrain.
💡 Hint: Consider other irrigation methods and their limitations.
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Design an irrigation plan for a sloped field. Explain the choice of irrigation method and elaborate on the design considerations.
💡 Hint: Focus on methods that counteract gravity's pull on water.
Calculate the cost-benefit of switching from traditional flooding irrigation to a drip system for a 5-acre farm, considering installation and potential water savings.
💡 Hint: What are both your setup costs and long-term benefits?
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