4.4 - Design Parameters
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What is soil infiltration rate?
💡 Hint: Think about how quickly water disappears into the ground.
Why is land slope important in irrigation?
💡 Hint: Imagine watering a hill versus a flat area.
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What is the primary factor affecting how water infiltrates soil?
💡 Hint: Think about how sandy soil behaves with water compared to clay.
True or False: A steeper slope generally improves water retention in the soil.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how water behaves on slopes.
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A field with a clay soil type has a low infiltration rate. Calculate how much time will be needed to saturate one acre of this field using a specific stream size. Consider the necessary water volume needed.
💡 Hint: Use average water requirements of crops per acre to inform your calculations.
Evaluate a scenario where a farmer employs irrigation on a steep slope without proper management. Discuss the potential consequences on crop yield and soil quality.
💡 Hint: Consider how erosion might affect nutrient availability.
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