Chapter 5: Flashcards
1
Q
- process of increase in water quantity or supply
A
Water Augmentation
2
Q
- the process of replacing water into a stream due to losses from well usage
A
Water Augmentation
3
Q
things to consider in Water Augmentation:
A
- water harvesting
- water storage
- water conservation
4
Q
Water Harvesting:
A
- rainwater harvesting in situ
- fog harvesting
- runoff collection from roads
5
Q
water storage:
A
a. runoff collection using surface and underground structures
b. Water conveyance by: (marine vessels, pipelines, tank, aqueducts)
6
Q
water conservation:
A
- desalination by distillation