Geography · Physical Geography - Hydrology and Climate Impact
Consider the following statements regarding Tulare Lake in California, which has appeared in recent environmental and climate-related discussions: Statement I: Tulare Lake is sometimes referred to as a 'ghost lake' because it historically existed as a large freshwater lake but largely disappeared due to river diversion and agricultural expansion. Statement II: For several decades the lake basin remained mostly dry, though historically it had been the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River. Statement III: In recent years, intense precipitation associated with atmospheric river events has led to the temporary re-formation of the lake in its historic basin. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
- 1Neither Statement II nor Statement III is correct.
- 2Only one of the Statements II and III is correct and that explains Statement I.
- 3Both Statement II and Statement III are correct, but only one of them explains Statement I.
- 4Both Statement II and Statement III are correct and both of them explain Statement I.✓
Correct answer
Both Statement II and Statement III are correct and both of them explain Statement I.
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