1
Q
Name 5 ways in which humans use river basins
A
- farming/agriculture
- fishing
- water source
- leisure
- navigating
- hydroelectric power
- transport
- trade
- reservoir
2
Q
Name 5 reasons why we build of floodplains?
A
- flat land - easier to build on
- fertile soil - build up of rich alluvium
- picturesque - in MEDC
- cheaper housing - greater risk
- near to fresh water supply - in LEDC
3
Q
Name 3 human causes for flooding
A
- deforestation
- urbanisation
- mining
4
Q
Name 4 physical causes of flooding
A
- extended periods of low pressure
- too much precipitation
- snow or ice melting
- heavy/long periods of rain
- steep slopes/channel
- very wet, saturated soils
- impermeable rock
5
Q
Name 4 groups of people that are affected by flooding
A
- communities
- businesses
- insurance companies
- emergency services
- environmental agency
- farmers
