Question

Give reasons for the following. Drip irrigation helps in conserving water

Answer 1

In drip irrigation a pipe carrying water is set beside plants and a cut is made at the area on the pipe near the roots of the plants.
It saves water because it ensures that the only sufficient amount of water reaches all plants.

Answer 2

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Give reasons for the following.

1. Put a layer of mulch (leaves, barks, etc.) around the plants and trees.

2. Water the plants before sunrise or after sunset.

3. Drip irrigation helps in conserving water.

4. In spite of huge availability of water on the earth, there is not enough for human consumption.

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1. A layer of mulch is put around the plants and trees for better absorption of water and to avoid run-off.

2. Plants should be watered before sunrise or after sunset because water evaporates more quickly in sunlight.

3. By drip irrigation there is no loss of water due to seepage, run-off or evaporation. Therefore, it helps in conserving water.

4. There is not enough water for human consumption because most of the water on earth is in seas and oceans which is not potable