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In Social Studies / College | 2025-07-05

How does the construction of dams positively affect natural resources?

A. by providing water for irrigation and restoring trees to areas where forests once existed
B. by creating reservoirs, preventing flooding, and renewing destroyed ecosystems
C. by preventing flooding, creating reservoirs, and providing water for irrigation
D. by renewing destroyed ecosystems and restoring trees to areas where forests once existed

Asked by blg64549

Answer (2)

Dams positively affect natural resources by preventing flooding, creating reservoirs for water storage, and providing irrigation. These functions support agriculture, protect communities, and ensure a reliable water supply. The careful management of these benefits can also aid in ecosystem restoration. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-05

Dams positively affect natural resources by preventing flooding, creating reservoirs for water storage, and providing irrigation. These functions help support agriculture and protect communities from flood damage. Thus, the most suitable answer is option C: by preventing flooding, creating reservoirs, and providing water for irrigation.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-23