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What happens when there is a sudden and large increase in river flow?
What happens when there is a sudden and large increase in river flow?
Heavy rainfall and typhoons can cause a decrease in river flow.
Heavy rainfall and typhoons can cause a decrease in river flow.
False
What is the effect of deforestation on the soil?
What is the effect of deforestation on the soil?
The soil is easily washed away.
The height of land in China decreases from the highlands in the __________ towards the coast in the east.
The height of land in China decreases from the highlands in the __________ towards the coast in the east.
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Match the following physical factors with their effects on river flow:
Match the following physical factors with their effects on river flow:
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What is the result of silting in a river?
What is the result of silting in a river?
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The global climate has been changing constantly.
The global climate has been changing constantly.
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What is the effect of a shallow river bed on the river's holding capacity?
What is the effect of a shallow river bed on the river's holding capacity?
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What happens to the river flow when there is an increase in overland flow?
What happens to the river flow when there is an increase in overland flow?
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Reclaiming lakes for different uses can help reduce flooding.
Reclaiming lakes for different uses can help reduce flooding.
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What is the result of overgrazing on slopes?
What is the result of overgrazing on slopes?
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The surface of much of the land is covered with __________, preventing rainwater from infiltrating into the ground.
The surface of much of the land is covered with __________, preventing rainwater from infiltrating into the ground.
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Match the following human activities with their effects on river flow:
Match the following human activities with their effects on river flow:
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What is the main reason for farmers to engage in poor farming practices?
What is the main reason for farmers to engage in poor farming practices?
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Sewers and drains in urban areas help to reduce flooding.
Sewers and drains in urban areas help to reduce flooding.
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What is the effect of over-cultivation on slopes?
What is the effect of over-cultivation on slopes?
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What is the first step in the process of flooding?
What is the first step in the process of flooding?
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Flooding only causes damage to buildings and infrastructure in China.
Flooding only causes damage to buildings and infrastructure in China.
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What is one of the negative effects of flooding on the environment?
What is one of the negative effects of flooding on the environment?
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The ______________________ parts of China, including the coastal areas, are more prone to the threat of flooding.
The ______________________ parts of China, including the coastal areas, are more prone to the threat of flooding.
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Which of the following is NOT a cause of flooding in China?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of flooding in China?
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Flooding only occurs in the western parts of China.
Flooding only occurs in the western parts of China.
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Match the following effects of flooding with their corresponding categories:
Match the following effects of flooding with their corresponding categories:
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Study Notes
What is Flooding?
- Flooding occurs when heavy rainfall causes rivers to overflow, spreading water onto surrounding land.
Impacts of Flooding in China
- Injury and loss of life
- Crop failure
- Damage to buildings and infrastructure
- Disruption to transport services
- Disruption to utility services and electric supplies
- Pollution of drinking water
- Spread of diseases
Areas Prone to Flooding in China
- Eastern and southern parts, including coastal areas, are more prone to flooding.
Causes of Flooding in China
Physical Factors
- Heavy rainfall and typhoons
- Low relief (gentle slopes)
- Silting (deposition of soil and sand in river beds)
Human Factors
- Deforestation (leads to silting and increased river flow)
- Poor farming practices (overgrazing and over-cultivation)
- Reclaiming lakes for different uses (reduces lake sizes and holding capacity)
- Urban development (concrete surfaces and sewers/divert rainwater quickly)
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This quiz explores the issues of flooding in China, including its definition, impacts, prone areas, and causes. Test your knowledge on the effects of flooding in China.
