Practice - Infiltration Indices
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Practice Questions
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Define the Φ-index.
💡 Hint: Think of a rate that stays constant over time.
What does the W-index focus on?
💡 Hint: What aspect does it not consider?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does the Φ-index measure?
💡 Hint: Consider what the index reflects regarding water loss.
True or False: The W-index includes initial water losses.
💡 Hint: Think about how it's defined.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a rainfall event of 200 mm and an estimated Φ-index of 80 mm, calculate the runoff. Discuss the implications if this estimate is incorrect.
💡 Hint: Focus on the calculation first and then reason through consequences.
During a rainfall event, the W-index starts at 50 mm and drops to 30 mm by the end. Discuss how continuous changes in the W'-index can affect water resource planning.
💡 Hint: Think about continuous data tracking and its effect on decisions.
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