Question
Which of the following has/have shrunk immensely/dried up in the recent past due to human activities ?
1. Aral Sea
2. Black Sea
3. Lake Baikal
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 2 only
(d) I and 3
Answer:
A
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Explanation:
The Aral Sea has indeed shrunk immensely due to human activities. It was once one of the world's largest inland seas, but excessive diversion of water from its tributary rivers for irrigation purposes has led to a significant reduction in its size. The shrinking of the Aral Sea has resulted in ecological and environmental consequences, including the drying up of large parts of the sea and the loss of biodiversity.
The Black Sea has not shrunk immensely or dried up due to human activities. It is a large body of water located between Europe and Asia.
Lake Baikal has also not shrunk immensely or dried up due to human activities. It is the deepest and oldest freshwater lake in the world, located in Siberia, Russia.