Flow Discharge in Indirect Methods of Streamflow Measurement Formulas

The Flow Discharge refers to the volume of water passing through a particular cross-section of a river or stream per unit of time. It is typically measured in (m³/s) or cubic feet per second (cfs). And is denoted by Q_f. Flow Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second for Volumetric Flow Rate. Note that the value of Flow Discharge is always positive.

Formulas to find Flow Discharge in Indirect Methods of Streamflow Measurement

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Indirect Methods of Streamflow Measurement formulas that make use of Flow Discharge

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List of variables in Indirect Methods of Streamflow Measurement formulas

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FAQ

What is the Flow Discharge?

The Flow Discharge refers to the volume of water passing through a particular cross-section of a river or stream per unit of time. It is typically measured in (m³/s) or cubic feet per second (cfs). Flow Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second for Volumetric Flow Rate. Note that the value of Flow Discharge is always positive.

Can the Flow Discharge be negative?

No, the Flow Discharge, measured in Volumetric Flow Rate cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Flow Discharge?

Flow Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second[m³/s] for Volumetric Flow Rate. Cubic Meter per Day[m³/s], Cubic Meter per Hour[m³/s], Cubic Meter per Minute[m³/s] are the few other units in which Flow Discharge can be measured.

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