![Trending Articles on Technical and Non Technical topics](/images/trending_categories.jpeg)
Data Structure
Networking
RDBMS
Operating System
Java
MS Excel
iOS
HTML
CSS
Android
Python
C Programming
C++
C#
MongoDB
MySQL
Javascript
PHP
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Mathematics
English
Economics
Psychology
Social Studies
Fashion Studies
Legal Studies
- Selected Reading
- UPSC IAS Exams Notes
- Developer's Best Practices
- Questions and Answers
- Effective Resume Writing
- HR Interview Questions
- Computer Glossary
- Who is Who
What is dam?
Dams are the barriers built across the river or lake to hold water. Dams restrict the flow of water. There are advantages and disadvantages of constructing dams.
Advantages:
1. Dams do not contribute to air or water pollution.
2. They constantly supply water for electricity generation.
3. Dams also provide water supply for irrigation, consumption, aquaculture, industrial purposes, etc.
Disadvantages:
1. Dams require more constructional space.
2. They are extremely expensive.
Advertisements