History of Drainage Systems
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What is drainage?

  • The artificial removal of air from the surface and sub-surface
  • The natural removal of water from the surface and sub-surface (correct)
  • The process of adding water to the surface and sub-surface
  • The redirection of water from rivers to the surface and sub-surface

    • What are geotextiles used for in storm water drainage systems?

  • To increase the flow of water through the drainage system
  • To filter out large stones from the drainage system
  • To attract and absorb excess water in the drainage system
  • To retain and prevent fine soil particles from clogging the drain (correct)

    • Which civilization had sewerage and drainage systems in its major cities?

  • Roman Civilization
  • Egyptian Civilization
  • Indus Valley Civilization (correct)
  • Greek Civilization

    • Who is credited with the invention of hollow-pipe drainage?

    <p>Sir Hugh Dalrymple</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What material is typically filled into a trench in a drainage system, along with geotextile filters?

    <p>Gravel</p> Signup and view all the answers

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