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Measurement of precipitation is based on which of the following assumptions :-
Measurement of precipitation is based on which of the following assumptions :-
Updated On: Mar 21, 2024
- precipitation is measured as the vertical depth of water that accumulates on a level surface.
- precipitation is measured as the horizontal area on which water accumulates.
- both vertical and horizontal depths are taken to measure precipitation.
- distribution of rainfall is necessary to be measured.
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The Correct Option is A
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The correct answer is (A) : precipitation is measured as the vertical depth of water that accumulates on a level surface.
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