SCIENCE
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
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precipitation
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irrigation
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salinization
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fertilization
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Detailed explanation-1: -To irrigate is to water crops by bringing in water from pipes, canals, sprinklers, or other man-made means, rather than relying on rainfall alone.
Detailed explanation-2: -Irrigation is the artificial application of water to the soil through various systems of tubes, pumps, and sprays. Irrigation is usually used in areas where rainfall is irregular or dry times or drought is expected.
Detailed explanation-3: -Drip irrigation is one of the most efficient irrigation methods as it reduces water wastage in agriculture.
Detailed explanation-4: -The irrigation system consists of a (main) intake structure or (main) pumping station, a conveyance system, a distribution system, a field application system, and a drainage system (see Fig. 69).