Question

What is irrigation? Describe two methods of irrigation which conserve water.​

Answer 1

Answer:

The process of watering the crops is called irrigation. Two methods of irrigation are: (i) Sprinkler system : This system is used on the uneven land where less water is available. ... (ii) Drip irrigation: This system is used to save water as it allows the water to flow drop by drop at the roots of the plants.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Irrigation is the process of applying water to soil, primarily to meet rhe water needs of growing plants. There are two types of irrigation methods.

:- traditional method of irrigation

:- modern method of irrigation.

Explanation:

two methods of irrigation which conserve water are that of modern method..

there are two types of modern irrigation method..

->sprinkler system:-

Sprinkler system mimic the phenomenon of rain . In the spinkler systems,to pipes carry water to central locations on yhe farm . The sprinklers placed there , distribute the water across the fields . The sprinkler method is one of the most efficient irrigation methods to irrigate the uneven land for agriculture. In addition, sprinkler system provides the best coverage regardless of the size of the farm.

• it is used for lawns , coffe plantation.

Advantages of sprinkler system.

• it helps in the conservation of soil.
• it increases soil productivity
• it protects the crops from exterme frodt or temperate.
• fertilizer and insecticide application can be done by the sprinkler system.
• physical condition and composition of soil are maintained.
• it is very useful for sandy soil and uneven land.

-> drip irrigation

Drip irrigation is the most used irrigation system these days. In drip irrigation, we lay plastic pipes in rows near the crops or plants. These pipes have holes in them. The water sleeps from these holes drop by drop , hence the name drip irrigation. Drip irrigation methods as it reduces water wastage in agriculture.

• It is used in case of watering of fruits, trees , garden

Advantages of drip irrigation.

• water reaches directly to the roots of the plants.

• it saves a lot of water , which can be utilized for irrigating more area.
• weeds don't grow because the water reaches directly to the plants and don't spread anywhere on the field .
• Crop wield is increased in this method.
• The area near the plants is dry so bacterial growth is limited.
• It reduces the use of water in agriculture.

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