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Question
State three disadvantages of building a big dam.
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Solution
- Building dams to generate hydroelectricity is costly.
- Building a huge dam affects the natural water table level.
- Large dams can cause significant geological damage, including earthquakes in the vicinity.
- Dam construction disrupts the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of local communities.
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