Practice Physiographic Factors (32.2.B) - Runoff - Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering

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Question 1.
What does topography refer to?
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Think about how land shapes affect water flow.
Question 2.
Name one effect of vegetation on runoff.
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Consider how plants interact with rainfall.
3Question 3.
Which factor increases surface runoff?
- Dense vegetation
- Clay soil
- Sandy soil
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Consider which soil holds water better.
4Question 4.
True or False: Urbanization decreases runoff.
- True
- False
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Think about what happens when more concrete is added.
Question 5.
Consider an area with a diverse topography of steep and flat lands. Predict how a sudden storm would affect runoff distribution across the landscape. What strategies would you propose to manage the impacts?
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Think about how water travels and where it accumulates.
Question 6.
Design a theoretical urban landscape incorporating vegetation to reduce runoff. What key elements would you suggest, and why?
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Consider areas where water can be absorbed before hitting the ground.

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