jan 1, 312 BC - Roman Aqueducts

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Specific Impact on Human Population Growth
Improved public health – Access to clean water reduced waterborne diseases, allowing people to live longer.

Enabled urban expansion – Cities could sustain larger populations as water supply became reliable.

Impact on the Environment
Positive Effects:
Increased access to clean water
Supported agriculture

Negative Effects:
Deforestation
Altered natural water flow

Effects on Plants/Animals
Disrupted natural habitats
Promoted farming

Effects on Air, Water, and Land
Air: Some construction methods released dust and pollutants, but the aqueducts themselves had little direct impact on air quality.

Water: Improved water sanitation but also drained natural water sources, impacting local environments.

Land: Large-scale construction led to land modifications, including tunnels and bridges, altering natural landscapes.

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