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Which of the following is a disadvantage of dams?

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a

Increases flood risk

b

Purpose of irrigation

c

Storage of adequate water

d

Generating electricity

answer is D.

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A dam is a barrier that is built across a river or waterway to hold back and control the flow of water. The construction of dams can ensure the storage of water, irrigation (supplying the water for the cultivation of crops), and also helpful for generating electricity.

Dams lead to many disadvantages like flood risks, ecological disruption, etc.

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