Three Gorges Dam Environmental Impact

The video provides an overview of the Three Gorges Dam, discussing current water levels, flow rates, and power generation. It highlights environmental challenges such as garbage and mud accumulation, and examines inflow and discharge patterns. The video also addresses the dam's roles in flood control, power generation, and navigation, while questioning the efficiency of its equipment. Weather phenomena like El Niño and La Niña are considered in predicting future water levels and challenges.

What was the water level of the Three Gorges Dam as of 8:00 a.m. on January 22nd?

• 175.0000000 meters

• 160.0000000 meters

• 150.0000000 meters

• 166.8523831 meters

Approximately what percentage of power is generated by the Three Gorges Dam currently?

• 30%

• 75%

• 20%

• 50%

How many turbines are currently in operation at the Three Gorges Dam?

• 20

• 32

• 15

• 7

What environmental issue is highlighted by the Sentinel satellite images?

• Air pollution

• Water pollution

• Deforestation

• Garbage accumulation

What is the estimated length of the garbage accumulation near the dam's intake?

• 100 meters

• 300 meters

• 200 meters

• 500 meters

What weather phenomenon affected the dam's operations in 2022?

• El Niño

• La Niña

• Monsoon

• Hurricane

What is the predicted weather impact for the Three Gorges Dam this summer?

• Snowfall

• Heavy rain

• Heatwave

• Drought

What is one of the main roles of the Three Gorges Dam?

• Agriculture

• Fishing

• Flood control

• Tourism

What is a common problem with dams that the Three Gorges Dam also faces?

• Air pollution

• Mud accumulation

• Noise pollution

• Overfishing

How much mud is estimated to accumulate annually near the dam?

• 500 million tons

• 50 million tons

• 260 million tons

• 100 million tons