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Impact of Human Activities on Natural Hazards

Question 5 • DRHS GA-GSE Earth Systems

Which can contribute to flooding?

Answer
A
Planting of trees in a forest.
B
Drilling into the ground for oil and gas.
C
Burning of trash in a high populace area.
D
In a city, the concrete that stops water absorption.

Explanation

Concrete and other paved surfaces prevent rainwater from soaking into the ground. The water instead runs across the surface into streets and drains, which can overwhelm drainage systems and contribute to flooding. Therefore, the correct choice is “In a city, the concrete that stops water absorption.”

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