51.8 - Environmental Considerations
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Practice Questions
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What is soil erosion?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens during heavy rains.
Name one consequence of draining wetlands.
💡 Hint: Consider the habitats that might be destroyed.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a major environmental concern of high-velocity drainage systems?
💡 Hint: Consider how fast-moving water interacts with soil.
True or False: Buffer strips are used to enhance biodiversity.
💡 Hint: What role do vegetated areas play in ecosystems?
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Create a management plan for a farm that faces soil erosion due to drainage systems. Include specific methods of erosion control.
💡 Hint: Consider both physical changes and vegetation you can introduce.
Assess the impact of a drainage system on local wetland ecosystems over time. What measures would mitigate negative effects?
💡 Hint: Think about what environmental assessments are in place and community engagement.
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