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Damming a river for hydroelectric power can _____.


harm people living downstream

cause the cost of electricity to rise

cause water shortages upstream

make river transportation easie

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MissPhiladelphia

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is the first option. Damming a river for hydroelectric power can harm people living downstream. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.

Answer:

harm people living downstream

Explanation:

  • A dam is an artificial barrier that restricts the flow of water downstream and they control flooding and also provide water for irrigation and hydroelectricity purposes.
  • But st times they may fail as the structures become weaker over time and lead to a catastrophic event may destroy the people that live downstream and thereby affecting their livelihoods and their habitats.

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