15.12.2. Reservoirs and Dams

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a reservoir?

   Hint

   Think about uses like drinking water or irrigation.

2. 2.

   Name one purpose of a dam.

   Hint

   Consider its role in preventing floods.

3. 3.

   What is the main purpose of a reservoir?

   • To generate electricity
   • To store water
   • To prevent erosion

   Hint

   Think of the various uses of stored water.

4. 4.

   True or False: Dams can only be used for hydroelectric power generation.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall other functions of dams besides power generation.

5. 5.

   Considering climate change, how should the design of new reservoirs take into account changing precipitation patterns?

   Hint

   Consider how climate predictions might affect water availability.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the ecological impacts of constructing large dams. What are some potential negative effects?

   Hint

   Think about how ecosystems function before and after dam construction.