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Advantages of dams:
- It is used to store water
- It used in hydroelectric power generation
- It is used in irrigation purposes.
- It prevent flooding in lower course
- It attracts tourists
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 10y agoThe dam and associated structures serves to hold water at a higher level, and control the flow to give a steady flow to a lower level. As the water flows from higher to lower, it spins a turbine, which turns and electrical generator.
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∙ 11y agoThey do not harm aquatic life. They don't pollute and they are always working. Even if a lake is frozen on top.
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∙ 9y agoOne economic advantage to hydroelectricity is that it is a renewable resource. Many cities near rivers take advantage of hydroelectric power for heating and electric utilities.
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∙ 6y agoto keep the water from going through and reserving water
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∙ 14y agoThey do not produce much pollution.
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