13.1. Common empirical models

Try these first

1. 1.

   What process describes water changing from liquid to vapor?

   Hint

   Think about how puddles disappear on a sunny day.

2. 2.

   Which device is commonly used to measure evaporation?

   Hint

   This tool often looks like a pan.

3. 3.

   What is the primary process of water converting from liquid to vapor?

   • Infiltration
   • Evaporation
   • Condensation

   Hint

   This happens when puddles become smaller on warm days.

4. 4.

   True or False: Actual Evapotranspiration (AET) is often higher than Potential Evapotranspiration (PET).

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember, one is the best-case scenario.

5. 5.

   Design a small experiment to measure the evaporation rate using a Class A Pan Evaporimeter.

   Hint

   Be sure to consider weather conditions in your results.

6. 6.

   Analyze how different land uses can change infiltration rates in a watershed.

   Hint

   Think about the surface characteristics and their roles in water retention.