Soil & Water Conservation Practice Questions (Q11-13) - Water Science and Technology

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ICAR JRF Water Science And Technology 29 Jun 2024Shift 1

MCQ (Single Correct) +4 −1

The water table in a certain area has been observed to decline by 2 meters over the past year. If the specific yield of the aquifer is 0.15 and the area of influence of pumping is estimated to be 10 hectares, calculate the total volume of water lost from the aquifer due to the declining water table.

300 cubic meters 30,0000 cubic meters 3000 cubic meters 30,000 cubic meters

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ICAR JRF Water Science And Technology 29 Jun 2024Shift 1

Assertion & Reason +4 −1

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A) : Effective conjunctive water use can mitigate the impacts of droughts, optimize water allocation, and enhance water security in regions facing water scarcity.

Reason (R) : Conjunctive water use is a complex approach to water resources management that requires interdisciplinary collaboration and advanced modeling techniques

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A) (A) is correct but (R) is not correct. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct.

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ICAR JRF Water Science And Technology 29 Jun 2024Shift 1

Arranging Order +4 −1

Arrange the following steps in the correct sequence for the selection of pumps

(A) Analyze the system requirements and operating conditions, including temperature, pressure, and fluid characteristics.

(B) Conduct a hydraulic analysis to determine the required flow rate and head for the application

(C) Research and evaluate different pump types and manufacturers based on performance, reliability, and efficiency.

(D) Consult with industry experts or pump specialists to gather insights and recommendations

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (B), (D), (C) (A), (B), (C), (D) (B), (A), (D), (C) (B), (A), (C), (D)

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