Question

Which of the following is not a disadvantage of building large dams for generating hydroelectric power?

• A. Disturbance of the natural ecosystem in the surrounding forest area
• B. Disruption of the plants and animals life
• C. Displacement of people on a large scale
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

None of the above

The construction of dams for generating hydroelectric power and then installation of transformers and their connection to the national grid has the following four main disadvantages:

A) Disturbance of the natural ecosystem in the surrounding forest area.

B) Disruption of the plants and animal's life.

C) Displacement of people on a large scale.

D) Disruption of the aquatic ecosystem.