| Infiltration |
The process by which water on the ground surface enters the soil. The rate of infiltration is affected by soil characteristics including ease of entry, storage capacity, and transmission rate through the soil. |
| The soil texture and structure, vegetation types and cover, water content of the soil,soil temperature, and rainfall intensity all play a role in controlling infiltration rate and capacity. |
Factors affecting infiltration |
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Infiltration capacity or amount of infiltration depends on :
- Soil type
- Surface of entry
- Fluid characteristics.
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