Practice AP Environmental Science questions on stormwater runoff, impervious surfaces, infiltration, runoff calculations, and flood reduction.
Respond to parts A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, and J.
Propose a realistic solution a city could implement to decrease the risk of flooding in urban
areas.
| E | areas. Acceptable responses include: - Use permeable pavement - Plant vegetation/establish parks/create rain gardens/build green roofs - Install retention ponds/stormwater basins | Point 05 |
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Justify the solution proposed in part E by providing an additional advantage other than a
reduction in the risk of flooding.
| F | Justify the solution proposed in part E by providing an additional advantage other than a reduction in the risk of flooding. | |
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| Solution from part E | Justification of solution with additional advantages | |
| Use permeable pavement | Increased recharge of nearby aquifers/groundwater | |
| Plant vegetation/establish parks/create rain gardens/build green roofs | Vegetation absorbs pollutants; stores carbon dioxide/produces oxygen; decreases erosion; increases/restores habitat and biodiversity; reduces urban heat island effect; provides aesthetic enjoyment/improves quality of life; creates jobs. | |
| Install retention ponds/stormwater basins | Decreased pollution in runoff; increased habitat/biodiversity | |