8.1.1

Overview of Rivers

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Rivers

A river is a body of water that flows from the source (usually at the top of a mountain) to the sea or ocean. The River Thames flows through London and is probably the most famous river in the UK.

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Channels

  • Rivers flow in a channel.
  • The base of the channel is called the bed.
  • The sides of the channel are called the banks.
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Transportation

  • When the river flows down towards the ocean or sea, it changes the land, moving earth from one place to another.
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Flooding

  • If there is too much water in a river, it will overflow, causing floods.

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