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In the initial stage of rainfall, when soil moisture available in the root zone is very low, the rate of infiltration ?

Correct answer: A. Increases

  • A. Increases
  • B. Reduces
  • C. remain stagnant
  • D. Normal

Explanation

A dry soil initially has a high infiltration rate because its pores can readily absorb water; the rate generally declines as the soil becomes wet. Thus infiltration is initially high or increases at the beginning before decreasing with time.

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