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What is the key difference between meteorological and hydrological droughts? |
A. | Meteorological drought only affects weather patterns. |
B. | Hydrological drought considers the impact on water resources like rivers and groundwater. |
C. | Hydrological drought only affects agricultural production. |
D. | Meteorological drought is more severe than hydrological drought. |
Answer» B. Hydrological drought considers the impact on water resources like rivers and groundwater. | |
Explanation: Meteorological drought focuses solely on rainfall deficiency, while hydrological drought considers the impacts of that deficiency on water resources like rivers and groundwater. |
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