GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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recreation
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Peatlands, wet grasslands and floodplains in river basins act as natural sponges by absorbing rainfall and creating wide surface pools that ease flooding in rivers. The same storage capacity can also safeguard against drought.
Detailed explanation-2: -Wetlands help to control flooding by regulating the flow of water by providing surface water storage during spring snowmelt and periods of high rainfall.
Detailed explanation-3: -Wetlands help slow water flows, reducing downstream soil erosion. Some wetlands, particularly those on floodplains and in coastal areas, function in aiding flood control by storing excess water during storm events. Many wetlands temporarily store water, allowing it to percolate into the ground or evaporate.