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Global Connection: Water Management and Katrina

Question 1 • IC Sem B Environmental Systems

Which of the following best describes how levees impact wetlands?

Answer
A
Levees protect wetlands from destructive river floods.
B
Levees promote healthy wetland formation.
C
Levees prevent rivers from adding their sediment to wetlands.
D
None of the above.

Explanation

Levees confine river water to its channel and limit flooding onto nearby wetlands. As a result, rivers deposit less nutrient-rich sediment there, which can reduce wetland health and formation. Therefore, “Levees prevent rivers from adding their sediment to wetlands” is the best choice.

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