River case studies Flashcards

1
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What is the size of the Amazon’s drainage basin?

A

7.5m Km2

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What is the average discharge of the Amazon river?

A

200,000 m3/s

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3
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What climatic zone is the Amazon in?

A

Humid tropical.

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How does the climatic zone influence the river regime in the Amazon?

A

Consistent high evapotranspiration. Influenced by ITCZ. Rainy season Jan-Mar peak discharge. ‘Dry’ season Jun-Nov.

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