Practice - Placement
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Practice Questions
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What is a rain gauge?
💡 Hint: Think about its main function.
Name the two types of rain gauges.
💡 Hint: Consider how they differ in functionality.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What type of rain gauge provides real-time data?
💡 Hint: Consider which gauge records data continuously.
True or False: A manual rain gauge provides real-time measurements.
💡 Hint: Consider the function of a manual gauge.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a rain gauge network for a newly discovered mountainous area in India. Describe the placement and density of gauges needed.
💡 Hint: Factor in the unique geographical features of mountainous regions.
Evaluate how an improperly placed rain gauge in an urban area can lead to significant data reporting failings.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of rainfall data on city infrastructure.
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