Water Resources and Dams Quiz
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What is the primary cause of over exploitation of ground water?

  • Inadequate government regulations
  • Rapid industrialization and urbanization (correct)
  • High cost of surface water extraction
  • Lack of alternative water sources
  • What is the main benefit of constructing dams?

  • Generating hydroelectric power (correct)
  • Preventing floods
  • Protecting aquatic ecosystems
  • Controlling soil erosion
  • What is a common problem associated with overuse of surface water?

  • Depletion of aquatic biodiversity (correct)
  • Rising sea levels
  • Increased risk of drought
  • Groundwater contamination
  • How do floods and droughts affect water resources differently?

    <p>Floods result in excessive water availability, while droughts cause reduced water availability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of over exploitation of surface water?

    <p>Increased urbanization and industrialization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential problem associated with the construction of dams?

    <p>Disruption of natural river ecosystems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do floods affect water resources?

    <p>Lead to contamination of surface water sources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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