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Which of the following is the correct definition of a river?
Which of the following is the correct definition of a river?
- A natural flowing watercourse that flows into the ground at the end of its course.
- A man-made water channel that flows towards an ocean or sea.
- A small body of water that collects water from a drainage basin.
- A freshwater stream that flows towards another waterbody at a lower elevation. (correct)
What are some examples of names for small rivers in specific geographic locations?
What are some examples of names for small rivers in specific geographic locations?
- Brook, creek, and rivulet
- Brook, burn, and rivulet
- Burn, creek, and beck (correct)
- Run, creek, and beck
Which of the following is true about rivers and creeks?
Which of the following is true about rivers and creeks?
- The size difference between rivers and creeks is always clearly defined.
- Creeks are always larger than rivers.
- The size difference between rivers and creeks can be vague. (correct)
- Rivers are always larger than creeks.
What happens to a river at the end of its course if it doesn't reach another body of water?
What happens to a river at the end of its course if it doesn't reach another body of water?
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What is the role of rivers in the water cycle?
What is the role of rivers in the water cycle?
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