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Land that is reclaimed by diking and draining is called a Polder
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Polders are areas of low-lying land that have been reclaimed from the sea or rivers and are protected by dikes or walls to prevent flooding. They are common in countries like the Netherlands and are used for agriculture or residential purposes. Drainage systems are essential to keep polders dry and usable.
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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 has the author Paul Wagret written?
Paul Wagret has written: 'Polders' -- subject(s): Polders, Reclamation of land 'Les polders' -- subject(s): Polders, Reclamation of land 'French and Italian Riviera' -- subject(s): Guidebooks
What and where are polders?
pies
What European country are polders most commonly found in?
Netherlands are the only country in Europe with Polders.
What are the ratings and certificates for De polders - 1950?
De polders - 1950 is rated/received certificates of: Belgium:KT
What is land reclaimed from sea especially in the Netherlands?
in the Netherlands we call reclaimed land "polders"
How are chinampas like polders?
they are both used for farming and their useful :)! the polders are not triangular they are like a normal land. just flat:)! -
What countries are polders located?
The Netherlands
How are polders mantained?
john Robert Holmes
Why did Holland build polders?
to wet the land
How can polders increase land area in the Netherlands?
Polders are a type of dike that prevents water flow flooding places that are lower than the surrounding water level. The construction of polders therefore effectively "creates" new land by opening up land previously covered by water.
What are the Low countries that contain polders?
Belgium and the Netherlands.
