GCE Geography 1989 Question 35

Question 35

Environmental Hazards and Conservation

Which of the following is best used to check flooding in coastal low lands?

  1. A.Contour ploughing
  2. B.Strip cultivation
  3. C.Terracing
  4. D.Escavation
  5. E.Channelisation
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (Channelisation)

Explanation

Digging and straightening channels drains excess water quickly from low-lying land.