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11:375:101:01 INTRO ENV SCIENCE Exam #2

单项选择题

There are several major problems associated with the use of the Colorado River's water. Which one of the following is not one of those problems?

选项
A.The Colorado River basin includes some of the driest areas in the U.S.
B.Mexico and the U.S. have agreed to take more water than is in the river
C.The river gets most of its water from mountain snow melt.
D.Water seldom makes it to the mouth of the river.
E.The river does not have much of a flow any more considering its size.
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Examining the question, we are asked to identify which statement is not one of the major problems associated with the Colorado River's water. Option 1: 'The Colorado River basin includes some of the driest areas in the U.S.' This is widely recognized as a major challenge, since aridity concentrates......Login to view full explanation

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