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Water is an essential element for survival. About seventy per cent of the human body consists of water; plants contain almost 90 per cent of water. Still, we have to depend on some outside sources to fulfil the water requirements of our body. Similarly, the crops require water for their growth and development. The process of supplying water to the crops is known as irrigation. Table of Contents Irrigation Types Surface Irrigation Localized Irrigation Sprinkler Irrigation Drip Irrigation Centre Pivot Irrigation Sub Irrigation Manual Irrigation Methods Traditional Methods Modern Methods Sprinkler System Drip System Importance What is Irrigation? Irrigation is the process of applying water to the crops artificially to fulfil their water requirements. Nutrients may also be provided to the crops through irrigation. The various sources of water for irrigation are wells, ponds, lakes, canals, tube-wells, and even dams. Irrigation offers moisture required for growth and development, germination, and other related functions. The frequency, rate, amount and time of irrigation are different for different crops and also vary according to the types of soil and seasons. For example, summer crops require a higher amount of water as compared to winter crops. Let us have a look at different types of irrigation and the methods used for irrigation. Also Read: Modern Methods of irrigation Irrigation The Irrigation Canal Types of Irrigation There are different types of irrigation practised for improving crop yield. These types of irrigation systems are practised based on the different types of soils, climates, crops and resources. The main types of irrigation followed by farmers include: Surface Irrigation In this system, no irrigation pump is involved. Here, water is distributed across the land by gravity. Localized Irrigation In this system, water is applied to each plant through a network of pipes under low pressure. Sprinkler Irrigation Water is distributed from a central location by overhead high-pressure sprinklers or from sprinklers from the moving platform. Drip Irrigation In this type, drops of water are delivered near the roots of the plants. This type of irrigation is rarely used as it requires more maintenance. Centre Pivot Irrigation In this, the water is distributed by a sprinkler system moving in a circular pattern. Sub Irrigation Water is distributed through a system of pumping stations gates, ditches and canals by raising the water table. Manual Irrigation This a labour intensive and time-consuming system of irrigation. Here, the water is distributed through watering cans by manual labour. Methods of Irrigation Irrigation can be carried out by two different methods: Traditional Methods Modern Methods Traditional Methods of Irrigation In this method, irrigation is done manually. Here, a farmer pulls out water from wells or canals by himself or using cattle and carries to farming fields. This method can vary in different regions. The main advantage of this method is that it is cheap. But its efficiency is poor because of the uneven distribution of water. Also, the chances of water loss are very high. Some examples of the traditional system are pulley system, lever system, chain pump. Among these, the pump system is the most common and used widely. Modern Methods of Irrigation The modern method compensates the disadvantages of traditional methods and thus helps in the proper way of water usage. The modern method involves two systems: Sprinkler system Drip system Sprinkler System A sprinkler system, as its name suggests, sprinkles water over the crop and helps in an even distribution of water. This method is much advisable in areas facing water scarcity. Here a pump is connected to pipes which generate pressure and water is sprinkled through nozzles of pipes. Drip System In Drip system, water supply is done drop by drop exactly at roots using a hose or pipe. This method can also be used in regions where water availability is less. Also Read: Traditional Methods of Irrigation Importance of Irrigation The importance of irrigation can be explained in the following points: Insufficient and uncertain rainfall adversely affects agriculture. Droughts and famines are caused due to low rainfall. Irrigation helps to increase productivity even in low rainfall. The productivity on irrigated land is higher as compared to the un-irrigated land. Multiple cropping is not possible in India because the rainy season is specific in most of the regions. However, the climate supports cultivation throughout the year. Irrigation facilities make it possible to grow more than one crop in most of the areas of the country. Irrigation has helped to bring most of the fallow land under cultivation. Irrigation has stabilized the output and yield levels. Irrigation increases the availability of water supply, which in turn increases the income of the farmers. Irrigation should be optimum because even over-irrigation can spoil the crop production. Excess water leads to waterlogging, hinder germination, increased salt concentration and uprooting because roots can’t withstand standing water. Thus the proper method is to be used for the best cultivation. Also Read: Crop Production and Management To know more about what is irrigation, its types, methods and importance, keep visiting BYJU’S website or download BYJU’S app for further reference. 11,609 Frequently Asked Questions What do you understand by irrigation? Irrigation is the process of supplying water to the land at regular intervals by means of canals and other artificial methods, to enhance agricultural growth and maintain the landscape during the periods of less average rainfall. What are the different types of irrigation? The different types of irrigation include- sprinkler irrigation, surface irrigation, drip irrigation, sub-irrigation and manual irrigation. What are two different methods of irrigation? Two different methods of irrigation are- modern methods that include sprinkler irrigation and drip irrigation; traditional irrigation that includes manual irrigation where water is pulled out by the farmers themselves from the wells and canals to irrigate the land. What do you mean by micro-irrigation? Micro-irrigation is the application of small quantities of water frequently directly above and below the surface of the soil, in the form of discrete drops, continuous drops through water emitters. What is basin irrigation? In basin irrigation, the land is divided into basins. It has a simpler design than the furrow and border design.

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In the context of equilibrium GDP, the producers suffer losses on account of unfulfilled demand in the economy when

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CBSE > Class 12 > Economics

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in the context of equilibrium gdp , the producers suffer losses on account of unfulfilled demand in the economy when

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Character sketch of lawyer

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CBSE > Class 10 > English Language and Literature

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The narrator was a young man who was not happy with his job of a serving as the sometimes in his job he was he was beaten up by the ruffians the narrator does not like the city life that's why he was very happy for going to New mullion he was a gullible kind of person when he reached there he visited some so many places in search of a Oliver Lutkins but he was not able to find him any how.

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Sakshi Jagtap 5 years, 2 months ago (8544477)

The lawyer is a narrator who hates city life. He thinks of pursuing a career in a small town. He goes to New Mullion to serve a summons on Oliver Lutkins. We find him gullible, and he is easily misled by Lutkins himself, who poses as the hack driver, Bill. Bill takes money from the lawyer and gives misleading information about Lutkins. He visits a number of places in New Mullion with Bill but is not able to meet Lutkins. Since he visited new Mullion for an important matter, he failed to be careful in carrying out his job. The narrator appears to be a novice and not a seasoned legal mind. He had a romantic view of country (rural) life but was easily conned by crooks in New Mullion....... Hope this helps uhh?

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CBSE > Class 08 > Computer

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Explain the main features of NSIC

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CBSE > Class 11 > Business Studies

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National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) was set up in the year 1955 as the central government undertaking. ... NSIC provides equipment, plant, and machinery on a hire-purchase basis. Under its scheme, entrepreneurs can procure indigenous as well as imported machinery. NSIC (National Small Industries Corporation) is an ISO certified Indian Government Enterprise under Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. National Small Industries Corporation is working to aid, foster and promote the growth of MSMEs (micro, small and medium enterprises) all across the country.

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What is animation

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CBSE > Class 06 > Computer

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Computer animation is the art of creating moving images via the use of computers. It is a subfield of computer graphics and animation. Increasingly it is created by means of 3D computer graphics, though 2D computer graphics are still widely used for low bandwidth and faster real-time rendering needs. Animation is a method in which figures are manipulated to appear as moving images. In traditional animation, images are drawn or painted by hand on transparent celluloid sheets to be photographed and exhibited on film. Today, most animations are made with computer-generated imagery (CGI).

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Formula of pyrophosphoric Acid

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CBSE > Class 11 > Chemistry

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Meghna Thapar 5 years, 2 months ago (6237)

Pyrophosphoric acid, also known as diphosphoric acid, is the inorganic compound with the formula H₄P₂O₇ or, more descriptively, [(HO)₂P]₂O. Colorless and odorless, it is soluble in water, diethyl ether, and ethyl alcohol. Hypophosphoric acid is a mineral acid with the formula H4P2O6, with phosphorus in a formal oxidation state of +4. In the solid state it is present as the dihydrate, H4P2O6·2H2O. In hypophosphoric acid the phosphorus atoms are identical and joined directly with a P−P bond.

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Hw did the author grandmother die

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CBSE > Class 11 > English Elective NCERT

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Author grandmother die in the naturally way she doesn't have any disease .

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Mention any two benefits of cellular diffusion Answer plz??

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Diffusion is important to organisms because it is the process by which useful molecules enter the body cells and waste products are removed. Digested food molecules (amino acids, glucose) move down a concentration gradient from the intestine to the blood. Diffusion is important to cells because it allows them to gain the useful substances they require to obtain energy and grow, and lets them get rid of waste products.

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Which is the strongest acid

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CBSE > Class 07 > Science

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Jennis Chandna 5 years, 2 months ago (9893724)

Nitric acid

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Aqua Regia is the world’s strongest acid which is made from 3 Parts of concentrated Hydroelectric Acid and 1part of nitric acid Hope it helps you

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Nitric acid is highly corrosive in nature. It can burn our skin severely.

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Why are the working tables and shelves in Chemistry laboratory covered with tiles and not wood or metals

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As in chemistry lab we work with chemical including acids and oxidising substances which may corrode the table or shelf made of wood and metals that's why we use tiles

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you want up one morning and find yourself in the land of dwarfs. Write a short paragraph describing your experience there and how you got back home.

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Human Development Index

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The Human Development Index is a statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income indicators, which are used to rank countries into four tiers of human development. The Human Development Index (HDI) is a scale that uses statistics for life expectancy, education, and per capita income to rank countries into four tiers; “very high, high, medium, low”. The HDI was created to emphasize that people and their capabilities should be the ultimate criteria for assessing the development of a country, not economic growth alone. ... The HDI uses the logarithm of income, to reflect the diminishing importance of income with increasing GNI.

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How many zero are in 1 lacs

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5 zero

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5 zeros in 1lacs

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What are the functions of stomata?

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CBSE > Class 09 > Science

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Akshat Kumar 5 years, 2 months ago (9514256)

Stomata helps in gas exchange and water movement through transpiration.

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Neha Barthwal 5 years, 2 months ago (9649091)

Stomata have two main functions, namely they allow for gas exchange acting as an entryway for carbon dioxide (CO2) and releasing the Oxygen (O2) that we breath. The other main function is regulating water movement through transpiration.

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Stomata regulates gas exchange between the plant and environment and control of water loss by changing the size of the stomatal pore

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Stomata are composed of a pair specialized epidermal cells referred to as guard cells.

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Types of muscular fibres

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CBSE > Class 09 > Science

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There are three types of muscle tissue are cardiac muscle, smooth, skeletal.

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Yogita Ingle 5 years, 2 months ago (2577571)

The three types of muscle fibres are:- Striated muscles, smooth muscles and cardiac muscles.

Striated muscle fibres

Smooth muscle fibres

Cardiac muscle fibres

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What is called sublimation?

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CBSE > Class 09 > Science

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M U 5 years, 2 months ago (9371996)

Sublimation is the conversion between the solid and the gaseous phases of matter, with no intermediate liquid stage. For those of us interested in the water cycle, sublimation is most often used to describe the process of snow and ice changing into water vapor in the air without first melting into water.

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Akshat Kumar 5 years, 2 months ago (9514256)

Sublimation refers to the change of a solid to gas without going through liquid state.

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Sublimation

The phenomenon of change of solid directly to gas or conversion of gas directly to liquid without changing into liquid state is called sublimation. For instance, camphor also called capoor when kept for a long time vanishes. This is due to the sublimation of camphor.

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Neuron looks like?

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