I WONDER - What Is A Reservoir?

The video explains that manmade lakes, known as reservoirs, are created by digging basins or blocking rivers. Reservoirs are used for hydroelectric power and flood control, often formed by building dams. Lake Volta in Ghana is highlighted as the largest artificial reservoir.

What are manmade lakes commonly referred to as?

• Rivers

• Ponds

• Reservoirs

• Oceans

Which of the following is a primary use of reservoirs?

• Generating hydroelectric power

• Irrigating deserts

• Providing habitats for fish

• Creating recreational areas

How do reservoirs help in flood control?

• By storing excess rainwater

• By evaporating water quickly

• By diverting water to oceans

• By controlling water flow in and out

What is the primary structure used to form most reservoirs?

• Bridges

• Canals

• Tunnels

• Dams

Where is the largest artificial reservoir in the world located?

• Brazil

• United States

• China

• Ghana