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What are wetland and how are they important in the role of ecology?
Wetlands are an area of muddy land and water for example a swap. Wetlands help prevent flooding and provide a habitat for animals
How do wetlands help control flooding?
Wetlands help control flooding by absorbing excess water during heavy rainfall and releasing it slowly over time. The vegetation in wetlands slows down the flow of water and allows it to be stored in the soil, reducing the risk of downstream flooding. Wetlands also act as natural sponges, reducing the peak flows of rivers and streams during storms.
Do dams cause flooding?
Yes, they can both prevent and cause flooding. If you put a dam in a river, it can flood the area and create a lake.
What is the area of Columbia Wetlands?
The area of Columbia Wetlands is 151 square kilometers.
What is the area of Minesing Wetlands?
The area of Minesing Wetlands is 60 square kilometers.
What is the area of Newport Wetlands?
The area of Newport Wetlands is 4,370,000.0 square meters.
Can you give a sentences with the word orographic effect?
The orographic effect can cause flooding in the area of effect
What is the area of Chestnut Creek Wetlands Natural Area Preserve?
The area of Chestnut Creek Wetlands Natural Area Preserve is 987,432.9670656 square meters.
What are relief channels?
An alternative route for floodwater (discharge) to travel rather than flooding an area that will cause negative impacts (e.g. urban area)
Will hurricane Irene cause flooding?
Yes, Irene will cause substantial flooding, especially in the Mid-Atlantic up into New England where a lot of rain has already fallen. Weather forecast offices in the area are warning the major flooding is likely, and record floods are possible. Coastal flooding from the storm surge could be devastating all the way up the coast.
Does a cyclone cause a flood?
Cyclones primarily cause flood through rain they produce. If an area receives more rainwater than can drain out of it in a given time, flooding will often result. Extratropical cyclones can also cause flooding when snow the produce melts. Tropical cyclones such as hurricanes can drive seawater onto land with their winds, causing coastal flooding.
What is an area were the water coverssoil in a givern area called?
An area where water covers the soil is called a wetland. Wetlands are characterized by saturated soil conditions and can include marshes, swamps, and bogs. They play a crucial role in ecosystems by providing habitat for wildlife, improving water quality, and helping to mitigate flooding.
