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What is the purpose of land reclamation?
What is the purpose of land reclamation?
- To prevent erosion in coastal areas
- To create new land in coastal areas by depositing materials (correct)
- To reduce the risk of drought in coastal areas
- To promote the growth of new types of crops in coastal areas
How can an increase in precipitation affect agriculture?
How can an increase in precipitation affect agriculture?
- It always leads to improved crop yields
- It consistently results in decreased crop production
- It has no impact on agriculture
- It may hurt or help agriculture depending on when and where it happens (correct)
What can communities do to protect themselves from extreme weather?
What can communities do to protect themselves from extreme weather?
- Relocate to areas with milder weather conditions
- Make changes to their homes, buildings, and communication plans (correct)
- Build stronger storm shelters
- Increase agricultural production to withstand extreme weather
What has been the trend in global sea levels since around 1994?
What has been the trend in global sea levels since around 1994?
What is the impact of high winds and water from major storms?
What is the impact of high winds and water from major storms?