Question

A major hydroelectric power plant will be constructed along a river near the city of Fairville. To do this, a dam must be constructed in conjunction with the hydroelectric power plant. However, a committee to oversee the environmental impacts insists that the planning of the dam take into consideration the impacts on biodiversity. Which of these proposals would be beneficial to implement to ensure the preservation of biodiversity?

Increase the flow rate of the water so that there is an increase of sediment downstream.

Construction of fish ladders to provide a mechanism for migrating species to move upstream.

Construct an aquaculture farm adjacent to the dam to maximize fish populations.

Relocate wetlands that would be displaced by the construction of the dam.

Answer 1

Increasing the flow rate of water so the sediment downstream increases

Answer 2

Relocate wetlands that would be displaced by the construction of the dam.

Step-by-step explanation:

Increase the flow rate of the water so that there is an increase of sediment downstream.