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What is the main purpose of an irrigation canal?
What is the main purpose of an irrigation canal?
- Convey water from a water source to the area to be irrigated (correct)
- Facilitate navigation
- Serve as a reservoir for water storage
- Generate power from the water flow
How can canals be lined to prevent seepage and erosion?
How can canals be lined to prevent seepage and erosion?
- Concrete, brick, stone or flexible membrane (correct)
- Wooden boards
- Plastic sheeting
- Metal plating
What factors are used to classify canals into different types?
What factors are used to classify canals into different types?
- Nature of supply source, functions, type of boundary surface, financial output, discharge capacity, and alignment (correct)
- Color, temperature, flow direction, age, width, and purpose
- Length, width, depth, flow rate, material, and location
- Material, age, location, purpose, temperature, and length
In canal classification, what does 'discharge capacity' refer to?
In canal classification, what does 'discharge capacity' refer to?
What is the purpose of canal alignment in canal classification?
What is the purpose of canal alignment in canal classification?
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Purpose of irrigation canal
Purpose of irrigation canal
To convey water from a source to irrigated areas.
Canal lining materials
Canal lining materials
Materials like concrete, brick, stone, or flexible membrane used to prevent seepage and erosion.
Factors for canal classification
Factors for canal classification
Includes nature of supply source, functions, boundary surface, financial output, discharge capacity, and alignment.
Discharge capacity in canals
Discharge capacity in canals
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Canal alignment purpose
Canal alignment purpose
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