rivers key words Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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Source
A
The beginning or start of a river
2
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Course
A
The route a river takes to the sea
3
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Tributary
A
A stream or smaller river that flows into a larger stream or river
4
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Mouth
A
The point where a river comes to the end, usually when entering the sea
5
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Drainage basin
A
The area of land drained by a river
6
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Watershed
A
The area of high ground which separates two drainage basins
7
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Estuary
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The part of a river mouth that is tidal
8
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Confluence
A
The point at which two rivers or streams join together
