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How does the percolation rate affect the infiltration rate?
How does the percolation rate affect the infiltration rate?
- It is directly proportional to the infiltration rate
- It has no effect on the infiltration rate
- It is inversely proportional to the infiltration rate (correct)
- It determines the type of soil
What factor affects infiltration by causing the impact of raindrops to wash away finer particles and clog the soil surface?
What factor affects infiltration by causing the impact of raindrops to wash away finer particles and clog the soil surface?
- Percolation rate
- Bare soil surface (correct)
- Presence of salts
- Type of soil
Which characteristic of the soil medium affects infiltration by influencing the rate of percolation?
Which characteristic of the soil medium affects infiltration by influencing the rate of percolation?
- Composition
- Stratification
- Porosity (correct)
- Presence of organic matter
How does the presence of moisture in the soil affect infiltration?
How does the presence of moisture in the soil affect infiltration?
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What type of land cover has better infiltration capacity compared to barren land?
What type of land cover has better infiltration capacity compared to barren land?
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