6 Questions
Where does the Ganges River originate?
Gangotri Glacier
What type of soil is formed by the Ganges River along the plains?
Alluvial soil
Why is the plains area described as fertile and suitable for agriculture?
Due to alluvial soil
What natural feature is the source of many rivers, according to the text?
The Himalayas
As it flows across the plains, how does the speed of the Ganges River change?
It slows down
What is one reason a large population lives in the plains area along the Ganges River?
Fertile soil and transportation facilities
Study Notes
Rivers and Plains
- The Ganges River originates in the high Himalayan mountains with a fast current, then slows down as it flows across the plains.
- The terrain around the Gangotri glacier, the source of the Ganges River, is characterized by a high Himalayan mountain origin and a subsequent flow across the plains.
The Journey of the Ganges River
- The Ganges River forms alluvial soil as it flows through the plains.
- The river meanders, creating a winding path, as it flows across the plains.
- The Ganges River ultimately forms a delta near the Bay of Bengal.
Importance of Rivers and Plains
- Rivers and plains are crucial for agriculture due to the availability of fertile land, water, and transportation facilities.
- The fertile soil in the plains, formed by the rivers, supports a large population who rely on it for agriculture and settlements.
Learn about the origin of the Ganges River in the Himalayas, its journey through the plains, and its formation of alluvial soil and delta near the Bay of Bengal.
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