Assignment: Hydrological Cycle Paper
Write 1,050 to 1,400 words paper that identifies the effects that people have on the hydrological cycle and the consequences of these effects. In the paper, include the following:
a. Describe the water cycle, including sources of usable freshwater and renewal times for rivers, lakes, and ground water.
b. Explain how wetland destruction and creation of impervious surfaces through urban development affect the water cycle and contribute to flooding.
c. Explain some pros and cons to using levees for flood control and whether it is in the best interest of communities to rely of levees to prevent flooding.
d. Explain how dams influence the hydrologic cycle and whether they are viable option for long-term flood control, water supplies, or power generation.
e. Explain three issues associated with irrigation, including whether current rates of aquifer use are sustainable.
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.