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What are the smaller streams that join a river along its course called?

ATributaries

BSources

CBeds

DMouths

Answer:

A. Tributaries

Read Explanation:

  • The point of origin of the river is known as - Source

  • The path river takes, is known as Course.

  • The streams which pin it along the course are known as Tributaries.

  • The channel within which river flows is known as Bed.


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