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SSM 3301 (001) Final Exam

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What factors make rivers such as the Colorado or Rio Grande run dry in the present time (check all that apply)?

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We’re evaluating why rivers like the Colorado or Rio Grande run dry today, and we have four candidate factors to consider. Option 1: Construction of dams. Dams trap water, regulate flow, and often reduce downstream discharge, especially during droughts or seasonal low-flow periods. This is a well-documented mechanism by which river sections can experience reduced or i......Login to view full explanation

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