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What environmental impact can arise from the construction of large dams?

1

Increased agricultural productivity

2

Restoration of aquatic habitats

3

Fragmentation of river ecosystems

4

Improved sediment flow

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Answer

C. Fragmentation of river ecosystems

Solution:

Dams disrupt the natural flow of rivers, leading to fragmentation of ecosystems. This can harm aquatic life by obstructing migration. The other options do not accurately reflect the negative impacts of dams.

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