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What country is known for dikes?
The Netherlands (The Dutch built the dikes):-)
How have the dutch changed the land?
The Dutch Created More land Using Dikes :)
Are Dutch people German?
Dutch people are German lowlanders. They survive by building dikes to keep out the North Sea.
What made the Dutch realize that the dikes were not impregnable?
I don’t know
What are some Dutch customs?
Planting Tulips, carving wooden shoes, putting their fingers in Dikes...indulging in drugs and prostitution; both of which are legal .
What did the dutch do in order to make new lands for farming?
They built barriers (called dikes) that held back the sea to create more land.
What is the effect of Dutch build dikes?
Building dikes in the Netherlands helps to prevent flooding by protecting low-lying areas from rising water levels. These dikes also help to regulate water levels in rivers and lakes, and create reclaimed land for agriculture and development. Ultimately, dikes play a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting communities from the impacts of sea-level rise and extreme weather events.
What happened to the Dutch farms when the dikes gave away?
When the dikes gave way in the Netherlands, it resulted in widespread flooding of the agricultural lands. This caused significant damage to the farms, crops, and livestock, leading to economic losses for the farmers and the local communities. Efforts were made to repair the dikes and prevent future flooding through advancements in water management techniques.
How do the Dutch use polders?
They first build dikes around some immersed land, then pump the water out of it (formerly using windmills), then use it for growing crops.
What do the dutch call their area of land reclaimed from the sea?
The Dutch call their area of land reclaimed from the sea "polders." These are low-lying lands enclosed by dikes where water is drained to create arable land. Polders are a notable feature of the Dutch landscape and have helped expand their habitable territory.
How have dikes helped the Dutch adapt to the low elevations near the North Sea?
Dikes have been crucial for the Dutch in managing the risks associated with living in low-lying areas near the North Sea. By serving as barriers to prevent seawater from flooding inland, they protect agricultural land, homes, and infrastructure from storm surges and rising sea levels. The extensive network of dikes also allows for effective water management, enabling the reclamation of land for farming and urban development. This innovative engineering has been vital for the Netherlands' economic stability and population safety.
What is it called when dikes and sills are formed?
Dikes and sills are intrusions.
