Amazing river of Amazon
The Amazon River is the largest river by discharge volume of water in the world and the second longest river, after the Nile. It is located in South America and flows through several countries including Peru, Colombia, and Brazil. Here are some key facts about the Amazon River: Image by michael vite from Pixabay Length and Discharge: The Amazon River is approximately 6,400 kilometers (4,000 miles) long, making it one of the longest rivers in the world. It has a discharge rate of about 209,000 cubic meters (7,381,000 cubic feet) per second, which is greater than the next seven largest rivers combined. Drainage Basin: The Amazon River basin covers an area of about 7,062,000 square kilometers (2,722,000 square miles), making it the largest drainage basin in the world. It is often referred to as the Amazon Rainforest, as it is home to the largest tropical rainforest on Earth. Tributaries: The Amazon River is fed by numerous tributaries, with the most significant ones...