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How did building polders in the Netherlands change the landscape and economy of the region?
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Which landform is most affected by creation of polders?
River deltas are the most affected by polders. Polders are common in the Netherlands.
What is land reclaimed from sea especially in the Netherlands?
in the Netherlands we call reclaimed land "polders"
What countries are polders located?
The Netherlands
What European country are polders most commonly found in?
Netherlands are the only country in Europe with Polders.
What are the Low countries that contain polders?
Belgium and the Netherlands.
Which European country is most famous for polders?
the Netherlands
What are the areas that have been drained or pumped dry in the Netherlands called?
The areas of the Netherlands that were once under water and now are land are called "polders". These are protected from being flooded with seawater by a system of dikes, canals, and windmills. There is a saying in the Netherlands that "God made the earth, but the Dutch made the Netherlands". Many people in the Netherlands live on land that is younger than they are.
Where are the polders found in Europe?
the main one is found is Netherlands
What are three things the Netherlands is known for?
windmills/polders, cheese, and clogs
What country has benefited from polders?
The Netherlands has benefited from polders. Polders are low-lying areas of land that are enclosed by dykes and drained of water through a system of pumps and canals, allowing the Dutch to reclaim land from the sea for agriculture and development.
What country is located directly northeast of belgium and is known for creating polders?
Netherlands
How do farmers in Switzerland adjust to difficult farming?
NOT by building polders
