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How can human activity increase the risk of flooding?
building on floodplains
Do humans increase the risk of flooding?
Humans farm and that changes the land. They also build cities and that affects how water is absorbed into the soil. So yes, humans increase the risk of flooding.
How does saturated soil increase the risk of flooding?
if it rains its more likely to get flooded
How have humans changed the natural environment to increase the risk of flooding?
Humans have changed the natural environment to increase the risk of flooding by cutting down trees ( Deforestation ). The trees act as a kind of flood barrier as their roots take in some of the water and the trunk of the tree slows down ground flow. Hope this helps :D
What is the definition of the term risk factors?
Risk factors are the variables that could increase or decrease the likelihood or severity of an activity, disease or venture. One normally would consider the risk factors when considering what to do in any given situation.
What combination of factors produces the smallest risk of a type 1 error?
A combination of factors increase the risk of a Type 1 error. Giving the wrong amount or wrong diagnosis for a wrong drug would certainly increase an error.
Why do tributaries prevent flooding?
they dont they increase the risks of flooding.
Why does paving land for parking lots and highways increase the risk of flooding?
There is no soil to absorb the rain and the water then just runs off into streams and rivers.
Are floods caused by geologic factors or by humans?
In some ways both, and in some ways niether. Floods are primarily a weather phenomenon, as the ultimate deciding factor is usually heavy rain or melting snow. However, the geology of an area can affect the risk of flooding. Low lying areas, especially valleys, are usually the most vulnerable. Human acitivty can also increase flooding risk, such as by removing vegetation and by building impermeable surfaces such as roads.
What are risk factors that increase the chances for cancer?
Risk factors that increase the chance for cancer include family history of cancer, smoking, poor diet, excessive alcohol consumption, skin damage from sunlight, and exposure to radiation, chemicals and environmental pollutants.
What areas are in danger of flooding?
Low-laying areas close to water are at risk of flooding
What are anticoagulants' risk factors?
Because anticoagulants affect the blood's ability to clot, they can increase the risk of severe bleeding and heavy blood loss.
