Practice mode Water Management

Why is the duty of well water higher than that of canal water?

Correct answer D. Conveyance losses in well irrigation are less

Explanation

A well delivers water directly to the field, so seepage and evaporation losses along long canals are avoided and each unit of water irrigates a larger area.

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