Question

What is the term for the point of origin of a river?

• A. Mouth
• B. Course
• C. Bed
• D. Source

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Source

• The basic function of the rivers is to convey surplus rain water from land to sea.

• Annually the rivers carry fresh water, equivalent to 25 cm of rain, evenly distributed over the whole land surface.

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