30 Questions
What is the process of interrupting the movement of water in the chain of transportation events leading to streams?
Interception
Which factor affects the amount of natural evaporation in a geographic area?
Vapor pressure
When does transpiration mostly occur?
In the day
What is one of the main reasons plants transpire?
To move nutrients within the plant
Where can evaporation occur according to the text?
On vegetation, soil, and rocks
What strongly affects transpiration according to the text?
Amount of light exposure
What are the three states in which water exists in the atmosphere according to the text?
Gas, liquid, solid
How does water vapor contribute to warming the Earth's surface?
By absorbing heat radiated from Earth's surface and radiating it back
What do the green areas on the map indicate?
Areas with more humidity
What is humidity a measure of?
The moisture content of the atmosphere
How does the Philippines' relative humidity vary throughout the year?
It peaks in March and is lowest in September
What gives rise to high sensible temperatures in the Philippines?
Low relative humidity and high temperature
Which of the following is NOT listed as a hydrological process in the course description?
Desalination
What is the primary focus of the course objectives in relation to hydrology?
Providing solutions to hydrology-related problems
What is fundamental to decision-making processes where water is involved?
Knowledge of hydrology
What does hydrology primarily focus on studying according to the text?
Waters of the earth
What is one of the main purposes of gaining basic knowledge of hydrological processes?
To provide solutions to hydrology-related problems
Why is it crucial to understand how water is affected by ecosystem manipulations?
To ensure sustainable water management
What is the main difference between evaporation and transpiration?
Evaporation occurs from water bodies located in a watershed, while transpiration occurs via plants taking up liquid water from the soil.
Which of the following can be categorized under evapotranspiration?
Interception and transpiration
During which months is it particularly uncomfortable due to maximum temperature and humidity levels?
March to May
What is the definition of climate based on the text?
The average long-term weather of a place determined over a period of 30 years or more
Which of the following does NOT contribute to evapotranspiration?
Precipitation
'Climate' differs from 'weather' in that climate:
Is the long-term average weather of a place
Which region in the Philippines falls under Type II climate?
Northern Kalinga-Apayao
In the Philippines, which region does NOT fall under Type III climate?
Northern Ilocos Norte
Which of the following regions is NOT characterized by a Type IV climate in the Philippines?
Isabela
Which climate type is present in Negros Occidental in the Philippines?
Type II
Which region in the Philippines falls under Type III climate but NOT under Type II or Type IV?
Marinduque
Which area is NOT known for having a Type II climate in the Philippines?
South Cotabato
This quiz covers concepts related to the hydrologic cycle, precipitation, infiltration, evaporation, transpiration, runoff, streamflow, groundwater flow, and measurement and analysis of hydrologic data. It also includes topics on Philippine weather and climate.
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