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What is a primary effect of urban development on riparian zones?
Increased water quality and biodiversity
Reduced vegetation cover and increased runoff
Enhanced habitat for aquatic species
Better flood management
How does agriculture commonly affect riparian zones?
By increasing native plant populations
By facilitating sediment retention
By contributing to nutrient runoff and erosion
By providing stable habitats for wildlife
What practice can help mitigate the negative impacts of land use on riparian zones?
Clear-cutting trees along streams
Implementing buffer strips of native vegetation
Damming rivers for water storage
Developing more asphalt surfaces in urban areas
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