Question

question 2 of 25 how can using a dam as a source of freshwater also harm wildlife?
a. dams provide drinking water.

b. dams provide water recreation.

c. dams help control floodwaters.

d. dams displace existing habitats.

Explanation:

To determine how using a dam as a freshwater source harms wildlife, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Providing drinking water is a benefit, not a harm to wildlife. Eliminate A.
• Option B: Water recreation is for human use and not directly a harm to wildlife. Eliminate B.
• Option C: Controlling floodwaters is a benefit (reducing flood damage), not a harm. Eliminate C.
• Option D: Displacing existing habitats means wildlife lose their living spaces, which harms them. This fits the question's context of harming wildlife.

Answer:

D. Dams displace existing habitats.