The Yellow River

Which has had the most negative impact on the river over the last fifty years?

• The leaves of the river breaking.

• The course of the river changing.

• Over-fishing of the river.

• Pollution of the river.

Why is the loess problematic for the river?

• It has a high salt concentration.

• Too much of it makes the river thick and slow.

• It caused the leaves to break.

• It is an unnatural material in the water.

What should be done to help protect the Yellow River's future?

• Use water conservation methods and reduce pollution.

• Build more dams to slow the river's journey to the sea.

• Increase the use of irrigation canals and reservoirs.

• Reduce the number of ships on the river.

What are the costs of using of the Yellow River for water and power over time?

• unpredictable nature of the river that changes its course flooding its levees.

• changing course

• too many leaves that fall into the river

• flooding

What are the benefits of using the Yellow River's use for water and power?

• access to hydro-power

• the ability to farm because of the river

• higher rates of fishing

• water is free

What 2 roles should the government take in protecting rivers?

• No fishing at all.

• Harsher Penalties.

• Increased individual responsibility.