How is the impact of seasonal flooding different from damming a river?(1 point)

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Seasonal flooding decreases biodiversity, but damming does not.
Seasonal flooding decreases biodiversity, but damming does not.

Seasonal flooding does not impact biodiversity for as long term as damming.
Seasonal flooding does not impact biodiversity for as long term as damming.

Seasonal flooding helps balance biodiversity, but damming does not.
Seasonal flooding helps balance biodiversity, but damming does not.

Seasonal flooding is not considered an ecological disturbance like damming.

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The most accurate response regarding the impact of seasonal flooding compared to damming a river is:

Seasonal flooding helps balance biodiversity, but damming does not.

Seasonal flooding can create habitats that support diverse ecosystems and the life cycles of various species, whereas damming can disrupt natural flow patterns, alter sediment transport, and lead to changes in habitats that may negatively impact biodiversity in the long term.