Practice Over-irrigation (49.1.1) - Water Logging – Causes, Effects and Remedial Measures

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Question 1.
What is over-irrigation?
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Think about what happens when plants get too much water.
Question 2.
Name one effect of over-irrigation.
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Consider why roots need air.
3Question 3.
What is the primary cause of over-irrigation?
- A) Insufficient rain
- B) Excessive water application
- C) Poor drainage
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Think about how much water is needed versus how much is applied.
4Question 4.
True or False: Over-irrigation can lead to water-logged conditions.
- True
- False
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Consider what happens when soil is oversaturated.
Question 5.
Design an irrigation schedule for a small farm that experiences frequent over-irrigation. Consider crop types, soil conditions, and weather patterns.
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Think about the specific water needs of different crops.
Question 6.
Discuss how over-irrigation can affect a nearby river's ecosystem.
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Consider how excess water and chemicals from farms can enter local waterways.

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