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How lakes are important for human beings?

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Answered by priyakumari000000
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The Importance of Lakes.

The Earth is called "the water planet" because it has approximately 14,108 cubic kilometers of water. Of these, lakes are the best "available freshwater source on the Earth's surface." Lakes are valued as water sources and for fishing, water transport, recreation, and tourism.

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Answered by ariel2244
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Lake is a large body of water that is entirely surrounded by land. Lake water can be fresh or more rarely salty or saline.

The importance of lakes are as follows

(i) Lakes are of great value to human beings. It helps to regulate the flow of a river.

(ii) During heavy rainfall, it prevents flooding and during the dry season, it helps to maintain an even flow of water.

(iii) Lakes can also be used for developing hydel power. They moderate the climate of the surroundings; maintain the aquatic eco-system, enhance natural beauty, help develop tourism and provide recreation.

(iv) Lakes can provide us with prime opportunities for recreation, tourism, and cottage or residential living. It also helps to replenish groundwater

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