What is irrigation?
Artificially watering crops.
What is salinization?
Accumulation of salt in the soil due to water evaporation after irrigation.
What are aquifers?
Underground layers of rock or soil that hold groundwater.
Define drip irrigation.
Water delivered directly to plant roots through underground hoses.
Define flood irrigation.
Water is dumped onto a field and allowed to spread.
Define furrow irrigation.
Water flows through trenches dug between rows of crops.
Define spray irrigation.
Water is sprayed over the field from a central location.
Define groundwater.
Water held underground in the soil or in pores and crevices in rock.
Define water table.
The upper level of the saturated zone of groundwater.
Define permeability.
The state or quality of a material or membrane that causes it to allow liquids or gases to pass through it.
What is irrigation?
Artificially watering crops.
What is salinization?
Accumulation of salt in the soil due to water evaporation after irrigation.
What are aquifers?
Underground layers of rock or soil that hold groundwater.
Define drip irrigation.
Water delivered directly to plant roots through underground hoses.
Define flood irrigation.
Water is dumped onto a field and allowed to spread.
Define furrow irrigation.
Water flows through trenches dug between rows of crops.
Define spray irrigation.
Water is sprayed over the field from a central location.
Define groundwater.
Water held underground in the soil or in pores and crevices in rock.
Define water table.
The upper level of the saturated zone of groundwater.
What is aquifer depletion?
The overuse and subsequent reduction in groundwater levels within an aquifer.
How does drip irrigation promote sustainability?
It reduces water waste and minimizes salinization, conserving water resources.
How can proper soil management prevent salinization?
By improving drainage and reducing waterlogging, preventing salt accumulation.
How can water conservation practices promote sustainability?
Reduce water demand, ensuring long-term availability for agriculture and other uses.
How can rainwater harvesting promote sustainability in irrigation?
Provides a supplementary water source, reducing reliance on groundwater and surface water.
How can crop rotation promote sustainability in irrigation?
Improves soil health, reduces the need for irrigation, and enhances water infiltration.
How can using drought-resistant crops promote sustainability in irrigation?
Reduces the demand for irrigation, conserving water resources in arid and semi-arid regions.
How can improving irrigation scheduling promote sustainability?
Ensures that crops receive the right amount of water at the right time, reducing water waste.
How can using precision agriculture techniques promote sustainability in irrigation?
Optimizes water use by monitoring soil moisture and plant needs, reducing water waste and improving crop yields.
How can implementing water pricing policies promote sustainability in irrigation?
Encourages farmers to use water more efficiently, reducing water waste and promoting conservation.
How can promoting public awareness about water conservation promote sustainability in irrigation?
Encourages responsible water use and supports policies that promote sustainable irrigation practices.
