Edzy
Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014688

What is one consequence of damming rivers?

1

Improved fish migration

2

Healthy sediment flow

3

Fragmentation of river ecosystems

4

Enhanced water quality

Reviewed & Verified by Edzy Expert

Sandeep Chaturvedi

Sandeep Chaturvedi

CBSE Social Science & Humanities Reviewer

Social science and humanities educator with 14+ years of experience reviewing CBSE SST, economics, commerce, arts, and vocational content.

M.A. HistoryM.A. Political ScienceB.Ed.

Answer and Solution

Answer

C. Fragmentation of river ecosystems

Solution:

Damming rivers can fragment ecosystems, making it difficult for aquatic life to migrate. The other options imply benefits that are often not realized due to river damming.

Watch Video Solution

Keep Practising

Students who asked this also explored

Continue with nearby questions to strengthen the same chapter concept while you still have the context fresh in mind.

Q1

What is over-exploitation of water resources primarily due to?

Single Answer MCQ
View explanation
Q2

What are the bamboo drip irrigation systems primarily used for?

Single Answer MCQ
View explanation
Q3

Why might cities with ample water resources still face water scarcity?

Single Answer MCQ
View explanation
Q4

What effect does pollution have on the hydrological cycle?

Single Answer MCQ
View explanation