Week 4: Notes and Slides (10-11) 2 Flashcards
Why is silt buildup in Lake Nasser a problem for the Aswan dam?
a) It reduces water flow and energy production
b) It blocks migratory fish
c) It increases agricultural fertility
d) It promotes tourism
a
True or False
Statement: The Aswan dam eliminated the need for external fertilizer in Egyptian agriculture.
Answer: False
Reason: The dam stopped the natural silt deposition, requiring Egyptian farmers to rely on imported fertilizers.
Why is the Aswan dam considered a “progress trap”?
Although the dam initially provided benefits, it created new challenges, such as reliance on electricity and imported fertilizers, limiting future options.
How did the Aswan dam affect the Nile Delta’s fertility?
By preventing nutrient-rich silt from reaching the delta, the dam decreased soil fertility and led to increased erosion.
What new problem did Egyptian farmers face after the construction of the Aswan dam?
a) Too much silt on their fields
b) Overabundant fish stocks
c) Dependence on expensive, imported fertilizers
d) Frequent droughts
c
True or False
Statement: The Aswan dam construction increased Egypt’s self-sufficiency in food production.
Answer: False
Reason: The dam reduced natural silt deposits, making Egypt reliant on artificial fertilizers for soil fertility.
How did the Aswan dam alter Egypt’s traditional agriculture and irrigation system?
The dam ended a 500-year-old system of natural irrigation and fertilization through annual flooding, replacing it with artificial irrigation and external fertilizer reliance.
Why is it difficult for Egypt to remove the Aswan dam despite its drawbacks?
The dam provides essential electricity for Egypt’s large population, making it impossible to remove without risking severe energy shortages.
Label A & B on the map
