2.1 - Types of Sub-surface Irrigation
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What is natural sub-surface irrigation?
💡 Hint: Think about where the water source is.
Name one advantage of sub-surface irrigation.
💡 Hint: How does it compare to surface irrigation regarding water loss?
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What is the primary method of water delivery in artificial sub-surface irrigation?
💡 Hint: Think about how water is transferred underground.
True or False: Natural sub-surface irrigation requires engineered materials.
💡 Hint: Consider if any human intervention is involved.
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Design a simple artificial sub-surface irrigation system for a small vegetable garden, detailing your considerations for soil type and water quality.
💡 Hint: Think about the types of vegetables and their root depths.
Evaluate the suitability of sub-surface irrigation in sandy soil versus clay soil. Which would be more effective and why?
💡 Hint: Analyze the water retention qualities of each soil type.
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