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The smaller stream is a tributary of a larger stream, river or lake.

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When a small river flows into a larger one what does it eventually empty into?

Tributary


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What is a small river that joins a bigger one?

The join of a small river (a tributary) joins a larger river (the main river) is called a confluence.


Is a tributary a large river that flows into a small river?

It is not. It is the other way round, a stream or smaller river flowing into a larger one.


What the name when the small river jion up the big river?

It Joins at a confluence. That is where the river joins the larger one.


Where a small stream or river that flows into a bigger one.?

A small stream or river that flows into a bigger one is called a "tributary." Tributaries contribute water to the larger river, enhancing its flow and ecosystem. They can vary in size and length, and their junctions often create diverse habitats for wildlife. Ultimately, tributaries play a crucial role in the hydrological system and the overall health of riverine environments.


Is a small river or stream called a river basin?

A small river or stream is not called a river basin. A river basin is a portion of land drained by a river and it's tributaries. It encompasses all of the land surface dissected and drained by streams and creeks that flow downhill into one another, and eventually into one river.


What is a 10 letter word where a small river joins a larger one?

Where two rivers meet is called a confluence.


Is a delta the same as a tributary?

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