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Which has had the most negative impact on the river over the last fifty years?
The leaves of the river breaking.
The course of the river changing.
Over-fishing of the river.
Pollution of the river.
Why is the loess problematic for the river?
It has a high salt concentration.
Too much of it makes the river thick and slow.
It caused the leaves to break.
It is an unnatural material in the water.
What should be done to help protect the Yellow River's future?
Use water conservation methods and reduce pollution.
Build more dams to slow the river's journey to the sea.
Increase the use of irrigation canals and reservoirs.
Reduce the number of ships on the river.
What are the costs of using of the Yellow River for water and power over time?
unpredictable nature of the river that changes its course flooding its levees.
changing course
too many leaves that fall into the river
flooding
What are the benefits of using the Yellow River's use for water and power?
access to hydro-power
the ability to farm because of the river
higher rates of fishing
water is free
What 2 roles should the government take in protecting rivers?
No fishing at all.
Harsher Penalties.
Increased individual responsibility.
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