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If the slope of a hill becomes steeper, what happens to the rate of infiltration?
If the slope of a hill becomes steeper, what happens to the rate of infiltration?
What happens to the rate of infiltration as soil particles go from unsorted to sorted?
What happens to the rate of infiltration as soil particles go from unsorted to sorted?
Which of these factors would lead to a higher rate of infiltration?
Which of these factors would lead to a higher rate of infiltration?
Which of these is NOT a factor that influences the rate of infiltration?
Which of these is NOT a factor that influences the rate of infiltration?
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If a large amount of rain falls in a very short period of time, what is the most likely outcome?
If a large amount of rain falls in a very short period of time, what is the most likely outcome?
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Study Notes
Infiltration and Runoff
- Infiltration is the process of water seeping into the soil and becoming groundwater.
- Runoff is the movement of liquid water on Earth's surface.
- Infiltration and runoff are opposite processes. Water that doesn't infiltrate the soil runs off into a larger body of water.
Factors Affecting Infiltration and Runoff
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Gradient (Slope):
- A gentle gradient leads to more infiltration.
- A steep gradient leads to more runoff.
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Soil Composition (Size):
- Larger soil particles lead to more infiltration.
- Smaller soil particles lead to more runoff.
- Sorted soil (uniform particle size) leads to more infiltration.
- Unsorted soil (mixed particle sizes) leads to more runoff.
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Rate of Precipitation:
- Higher precipitation leads to increased runoff.
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Amount of Vegetation:
- More vegetation leads to less runoff and more infiltration. Plants absorb water.
- Less vegetation leads to more runoff.
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This quiz covers the essential concepts of infiltration and runoff, including their definitions and the factors affecting these processes. It explores how gradient, soil composition, precipitation, and vegetation influence water movement in the environment.
