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Explain how a marshland could prevent flooding in a nearby town.

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Answer:

Wetlands prevent flooding by temporarily storing and slowly releasing stormwater.

Explanation:

Wetlands also reduce water flow, thus allowing sediments and associated pollutants to settle out. A marshland can prevent flooding in a nearby town bye temporarily storing water!

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