Water balance Flashcards
1
Q
What is the water budget?
A
The balance between inputs and outputs in the water cycle, often measured annually.
2
Q
What occurs when there is a positive change in the water balance?
A
When moisture is being added to the store (water intake is greater than water loss)
3
Q
What occurs when there is a negative change in the water balance?
A
When moisture is being removed from the store (water intake is less than water loss)
4
Q
What is the water budget dependent on?
A
- type, depth and permeability of the soil and bedrock
5
Q
Define soil moisture recharge.
A
6
Q
Define soil utilisation.
A
7
Q
Define soil moisture deficit.
A
8
Q
Define soil moisture surplus.
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