Question

Select the correct option with regard to the following two statements (H1 and H2) pertaining to the hydrograph of a storm in a catchment. H1 : The rising limb of the hydrograph depends on the catchment characteristics only. H2 : The recession limb of the hydrograph depends on the storm characteristics and catchment characteristics.

• A. Both statements H1 and H2 are false
• B. Statement H1 is false and statement H2 is true
• C. Both statements H1 and H2 are true
• D. Statement H1 is true and statement H2 is false

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

The rising limb of hydrograph depends on both the rainfall as well as catchments characteristics. Recession limb depends on catchments characteristics only.