Which of the following are documented negative impacts of dams?

A) flooding, habitat destruction, alteration of river sediment deposition
B) alteration of river salinity
C) acid deposition
D) increased atmospheric carbon dioxide and CFCs
E) increased carbon monoxide emissions, decreased rainfall


Answer: A) flooding, habitat destruction, alteration of river sediment deposition

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