Question

How has the removal of wetlands impacted rivers and streams?
a.
It has increased the rate of absorption, causing a decrease in water levels.
b.
It has decreased the rate of absorption, causing greater incidents of flooding.
c.
It has hindered the migration of fish, causing a loss in biodiversity.
d.
Wetland removal has had no measurable impact on rivers and streams.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

B

Removing wetlands reduces the landscape's ability to absorb and store runoff, which increases peak flows and the likelihood and severity of flooding in rivers and streams.