What reference source should you use to find out where the amazon river is?
An atlas, or a map based web service like Google or bing maps.
Why is it difficult to operate columns when flooding takes place?
It is simply that you need to be in equilibrum in pressure in the column. Flooding is when you have to much liquid coming down and at it's extreme the column will be filled with liquid. It is the same problem with weaping but in a way the opposite. There is not enough liquid in the column. A column is easier to operate, answers faster and do not overbalance as easily the closer you are to equilibra.
What is an amazing fact about the Amazon?
Source: Calillona, Peru.The Mouth(Delta) is located in North Eastern Brazil. The Amazon River is the world's second longest river. Only the Nile, in Africa, is longer. The Amazon however, at any one point in time has the highest amount of water flowing down it. No other river even comes close. It may not be the longest, but it is the widest. The Amazon produces approximately 20 percent of all the water that the world's rivers pour into the oceans on its own. The Amazon collects water from just over 40 percent of South America's Landmass, through the thousands of tributaries that join the main branch of the Amazon river. Of these tributaries, 17 are over 1600(1000 miles) kilometres long. From Iquitos in Peru all the way across Brazil to the Atlantic, the Amazon is between six and ten kilometres wide. The maps page has a picture that shows this effect quite well. The Amazon is even wider when it is flooded in the wet season. The first European found the amazon because he was 200 miles out to sea and noticed that he was sailing in fresh water. He turned toward shore and found the amazon river. Ships still today anchor in the outflow of the Amazon, to remove the marine life(barnacles) attached to their hulls (salt water organisms can't live in fresh water). The Amazon is the greatest river in the world by so many measures; the volume of water it carries to the sea (approximately 20% of all the freshwater discharge into the oceans), the area of land that drains into it, and its length and width. It is one of the longest rivers in the world and, depending upon who you talk to, is anywhere between 6,259km/3,903mi and 6,712km/4,195mi long. For the last century the length of the Amazon and the Nile Rivers have been in a tight battle for title of world's longest river. The exact length of the two rivers varies over time and reputable sources disagree as to their actual length. The Nile River in Africa is reported to be anywhere from at 5,499km/3,437mi to 6,690km/4,180mi long. But there is no question as to which of the two great rivers carries the greater volume of water - the Amazon. At its widest point the Amazon can be 11km/6.8 mi wide during the dry season. The area covered by the Amazon River and its tributaries more than triples over the course of a year. In an average dry season 110,000 square km of land are water-covered, while in the wet season the flooded area of the Amazon Basin rises to 350,000 square km. When the flood plains and the Amazon River Basin flood during the rainy season the Amazon River can be up to 40km/24.8 mi wide. Where the Amazon opens at its estuary the river is over 325km/202 mi wide! Because the Amazon drains the entire Northern half of the South American continent (approx. 40% landmass), including all the torrential tropical rains that deluge the rainforests, it carries an enormous amount of water. The mouth of the Amazon River, where it meets the sea, is so wide and deep that ocean-going ships have navigated its waters and traveled as far inland as two-thirds the way up the entire length of the river.
What plants are in the Amazon River?
There are many plants that grow in the Amazon River. They are the Brazilian water ivy, the red amazon sword, and stargrass.
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Does the amazon river look like two different rivers at the end?
Yes, at its mouth, the Amazon River appears to split into two distinct parts. The darker, sediment-laden water of the Amazon contrasts sharply with the lighter, clearer water of the Rio Negro. This phenomenon is due to differences in sediment content, temperature, and water chemistry, which creates a visually striking separation as they flow together into the Atlantic Ocean.
What are the 3 waterfall in the Amazon River called?
The largest waterfall in the amazon river in called the Ocapocysic Waterfall
What continent does Amazon river run though?
The Amazon River runs primarily through South America. It flows through several countries, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia, before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean. The river is the largest by discharge volume of water in the world and is a vital component of the continent's ecosystem.
What is the middle course of the Amazon river?
The middle course of the Amazon River is characterized by its broad, meandering flow through a diverse range of ecosystems, including rainforest and floodplain areas. This section is where the river begins to widen significantly, often splitting into numerous channels and forming intricate river islands. It is also home to a rich variety of wildlife and plant species, making it a vital area for biodiversity. Additionally, the middle course plays a crucial role in the local economy, supporting fishing, transportation, and tourism.
How might early Americans have used the Amazon River?
Early Americans likely utilized the Amazon River as a vital resource for transportation, trade, and sustenance. Indigenous communities relied on the river for fishing, hunting, and gathering, as well as for irrigation of crops. The river's extensive network of tributaries provided access to various regions, facilitating cultural exchanges and interactions among diverse tribes. Additionally, the Amazon served as a source of materials, such as wood and medicinal plants, crucial for their livelihoods.
What happens when you pee in the Amazon River?
When you pee in the Amazon River, the urine quickly dilutes in the vast volume of water. The river's flow and the presence of microorganisms help break down and assimilate the waste. While it may not have a significant immediate impact on the ecosystem, it's still important to consider the broader implications of pollution and hygiene in such a vital and biodiverse environment. Overall, while individual acts may seem insignificant, they can contribute to larger environmental issues over time.
Is the Amazon river the same as the urubamba river?
the amazon river had water in it and the other one didnt
Does the Amazon River have transportation?
The amazon river does have boats or canoes but you can swim yet you could either get a crocodile bite or see the most indangered river i know which one you'll go for yet you could go over the amazon river in a hovercraft if there's a flood or tsunami a canuoe would have no chance surviving them
What type of shark can be found in the Amazon river?
Bull sharks have been found 2500 miles up the Amazon River.
What major city does the amazon flow through?
the amazon river either flows in Iquitos which is in Peru or the manaus which is in Brazil
or either in belem do para which is in Brazil as well.
What continent is the Nile river and Amazon River on?
The Nile is in Africa. The Amazon is in South America.
The Amazon flows eastward from the Andes, across Brazil to the Atlantic Ocean.
How far can oceangoing vessels travel upstream on the Amazon?
Ocean going vessels can sail about 3,700 kilometres up the Amazon to Iquitos, in Peru