Practice Common Methods (7.1) - Runoff and Surface Water Hydrology - Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering
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Question 1 Easy

Define runoff.

💡 Hint: Think about where water goes after it rains.

Question 2 Easy

Name two types of runoff.

💡 Hint: One type flows over land, the other involves the ground.

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Question 1

What is runoff?

Water absorbed by plants
Water that flows over land to streams
Water vapor in the air

💡 Hint: Think about what happens during a rainstorm.

Question 2

True or False: A higher Curve Number indicates better water absorption.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between soil type and runoff.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a hydrograph showing sharp peaks and steep falls. What does this indicate about the watershed’s runoff characteristics?

💡 Hint: Consider how different land uses affect runoff timing.

Challenge 2 Hard

Given an SCS Curve Number, determine its implications for flood management strategies in urban planning.

💡 Hint: Think about how urban environments change natural water absorption.

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