Irrigation Engineering

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What is Kor watering and Kor Period?

first water provided to a crop when it is just a few It's known as korwatering when it's centimeters high.

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What do you understand by the term "Duty" ?

A duty is defined as a cultivable area that is capable of receiving irrigation from any source of water at a unit volume of one cubic meter per second (cumec) of discharge.

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What is Watershed in Irrigation Engineering?

An area of land that directs precipitation and snowmelt into streams and rivers, ultimately flowing into reservoirs, bays, or the ocean, is known as a watershed.

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Importance of Watersheds in Irrigation Engineering?

Importance of Watersheds: Water Resource Management: The management of water resources such as the supply of domestic water, Industrial water, agriculture, and hydropower production, and all depends on watersheds

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What factors influence the choice of an irrigation method?

Factors influence the choice of an irrigation method Crop Type: While drip or sprinkler irrigation are ideal for high-value crops like fruits & vegetables, surface irrigation is most effective for field crops like cereals.

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Explain the concept of a check basin system and its usage.

Check basin irrigation is a surface irrigation, where fields are divided into small, flat basins surrounded

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What is surface irrigation? Discuss the types and applications.

Surface irrigation involves applying water directly to the soil surface, allowing it to infiltrate into the root zone. Common types include:

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What are the methods to improve the efficiency of irrigation systems?

Improving irrigation system efficiency involves several strategies: Enhancing Design & Maintenance: To avoid leaks and obstructions, routinely check and maintain hydraulic structure like Dam, Barrage.

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What is the role of soil properties in irrigation design?

Soil Texture: Influences water-holding capacity and infiltration rates. Sandy soils drain quickly but hold less water, while clayey soils retain more water but drain slowly.

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 What are the key components of a drip irrigation system?

key components of a drip irrigation Emitters: Devices that release water gradually and precisely at the roots of plants. Tubing: Water is transported from the source to the emitters via flexible plastic

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