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Irrigation

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Irrigation is the process of supplying water to crops or plants in order to help them grow. It involves diverting water from a source, such as a river or well, and distributing it to fields through channels or pipes.

AP course connection

Topic 5: Unit 5 Overview: Land and Water Use

Unit 5
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