5.1. Causes

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is water logging?

   Hint

   Think about what happens to soil when there's too much water.

2. 2.

   Name one cause of water logging.

   Hint

   Consider irrigation practices.

3. 3.

   What is a primary cause of water logging?

   • A. Over-Irrigation
   • B. Drought
   • C. Wind

   Hint

   Consider the outcome of applying too much water.

4. 4.

   True or False: Water logging improves soil fertility.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember how water affects nutrient retention.

5. 5.

   Design an irrigation system for a field prone to water logging. What components would you include and why?

   Hint

   Consider how to safely manage excess water.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the long-term economic implications of failing to manage water logging in a farming community.

   Hint

   Think about how persistent problems influence community viability.