dams advantages and disadvantages Flashcards
(10 cards)
What are the financial impacts of damages to a business?
Financial loss
This refers to the direct economic harm suffered by a business due to damages.
What is a potential disruption caused by damages to a business?
Disruption to local community
This indicates that local community activities or services may be affected.
What is one advantage of building dams?
Control flooding downstream by producing how of water through dam
Dams help manage water flow to prevent flooding in lower areas.
What energy can be generated from dams?
Hydroelectricity
Dams can harness water flow to produce renewable energy.
What is a benefit of reservoirs created by dams?
Supply of water for urban areas and recreational areas for boating & watersports
Reservoirs provide essential water resources and leisure activities.
What is a disadvantage related to land behind a dam?
Land behind the dam is permanently flooded
This can lead to loss of usable land and habitats.
What are the consequences of farmland being destroyed due to dams?
People have to abandon their homes
This results in displacement and loss of agricultural productivity.
What happens to sediment deposition due to dams?
Sediments deposited are reduced behind the dam
This can affect the ecosystem and soil fertility downstream.
What is a financial drawback of constructing dams?
Expensive, concrete contributes to climate change
The materials used in dam construction can have environmental impacts.
