Asked by Bunmi Olaniyi on Jun 13, 2024
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How can livestock growers control runoff of animal wastes from feedlots and barnyards?
A) by diverting runoff of animal wastes into detention basins
B) by locating feedlots on gently sloping land so rainwater will naturally cleanse the stockyards
C) by removing buffers between stockyards and surface water
D) by increasing animal density
Livestock Growers
Individuals or businesses involved in raising animals for food, fiber, or labor; includes practices for cattle, sheep, pigs, and poultry farming.
Animal Wastes
By-products of animal life processes that are discarded, including manure and urine, which can impact the environment if not managed properly.
Detention Basins
Engineered areas designed to manage water runoff, holding water temporarily to mitigate flooding and release it slowly to prevent damage.
- Explore methods to reduce agricultural and livestock-related water pollution.
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HbHusHan mahajanJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Diverting the runoff of animal wastes into detention basins is an effective way to control and treat the runoff before it enters surface waters. This allows for the removal of excess nutrients and pollutants in the wastewater, reducing the risk of contamination. The other choices are not effective or can exacerbate the problem. Locating feedlots on gently sloping land is not enough to prevent runoff and can lead to greater contamination, removing buffers between stockyards and surface water increases the risk of pollution, and increasing animal density can exacerbate the problem of runoff.
Learning Objectives
- Explore methods to reduce agricultural and livestock-related water pollution.