What are the benefits of land reclamation in the Netherlands?

      

Describe the benefits of land reclamation in the Netherlands.

  

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Maurice
(i) Construction of dykes and canals has improved road transport network.

(ii) Reclamation has created sceneries that have become tourists' attractions and improved social amenities.

(iii) Reclamation and associated activities have created more employment opportunities and improved the standard of living of citizens.

(iv) Reclamation has created more land for agriculture or settlement.

(v) Reclaimed land has improved agricultural output hence more food and more raw materials for industries.

(vi) Land reclamation has resulted in improved fresh water supply for industrial use, domestic and irrigation.

(vii) Construction of walls/dykes around the polders has helped control floods.
maurice.mutuku answered the question on June 15, 2017 at 08:01


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