Which constraint increases when an early aqueduct's channel cross-section is minimized?

💡 Explanation

Frictional head loss affects aqueducts adversely because reducing area increases velocity, therefore flow suffers due to greater viscous dissipation within channels. This restricts throughput, rather than suspended solids or minor capillary or evaporation effects.

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