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Measurement of Water

Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · Water Security

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4 Topics · Maharashtra Board Class 10 Water Security

Topics in Measurement of Water

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1. Water cycle and the need for measurement

  • All groundwater originates from the water cycle.
  • Measurement is needed for vapour, rain, flowing water, stagnant water, and seeping water.
  • Proper measurement helps in preserving water resources.
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2. Rainfall measurement

  • The device used to measure rainfall is called a rain gauge.
  • A rain gauge is a cylindrical flat-bottom measuring cylinder with a funnel top.
  • The funnel mouth diameter is 127 mm and the edge height is 110 mm.
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3. Evaporation measurement

  • Evaporation rate is measured by an evaporator.
  • The evaporator is a shallow rounded iron vessel with a diameter of 1.2 m and depth 30 cm.
  • It is painted white on both sides.
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4. Surface flow measurement

  • Flowing water can be measured by orifices, meter gates, wears, flumes, and V-notch.
  • The V-notch method uses a wooden or iron plank with a V-shaped triangular notch in the center.
  • The angle of the notch is 90 degrees.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Measurement of Water

Water cycle and groundwaterRainfall measurementEvaporation measurementSurface flow measurementV-notch methodSeepage measurementSurface water reserves measurementUnits of water measurement

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