USA HISTORY

FIRST CONTACTS 28000 BCE 1821 CE

SPANISH COLONIES

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

When settling a colony, what factor can be considered the MOST important aspect when choosing a location?

A	Ample trees
B	Adequate source of water
C	Accessible ports/harbors
D	Cool weather

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -What are the main factors to be considered while selecting a particular source of water? The quantity and quality of water available, the distance and elevation of the source, and the topography of the surrounding area are to be considered while selecting a particular source of water.

Detailed explanation-2: -Land use and its changes (deforestation, agriculture, urbanisation, and soil and water conservation measures) affect the actual rate of evaporation, characteristics of surface runoff and rates of infiltration, all fundamental factors affecting water storage and availability.

Detailed explanation-3: -Total water requirement is determined by body weight, physiologic state, level of activity, production level, dietary composition, and environmental conditions.

Detailed explanation-4: -Therefore, Distance from the sea is not a direct factor affecting the distribution of groundwater. Hence, Option 4 is correct.

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