4 Questions
Who is credited with the invention of hollow-pipe drainage?
Sir Hugh Dalrymple
What are geotextiles designed to do in a drainage system?
Retain fine soil particles and allow water to pass through
What was the purpose of sewerage and drainage systems in the Indus Valley Civilization?
Provide access to water and remove waste water
What materials are typically used to fill the trench in a storm water drainage system?
Gravel, sea shells, stone or rock
Test your knowledge of the historical development of natural and artificial drainage systems, from ancient civilizations to modern agricultural practices.
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