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Effects of Folding to Human Activities

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Effects of Folding to Human Activities

Question

Explain four effects of folding to human activities.

Answer

- Fold mountains receive heavy rainfall/ snow falls give rise to many rivers for hydroelectric power, irrigation, water for domestic and industrial use
- Windward sides receive high rainfall which promote agriculture/ forest growth
- Leeward side have violent wind which destroy crops
- Folding leads to exposure of some minerals or bring minerals near surface for mining
- Folding hinders construction of communication
- Folding acts as barriers during wars
- Folding offer sceneries which attract tourists hence foreign exchange
- Folds mountains make visibility poor hence hindering air transport