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प्रश्न
Distinguish between Delta and Estuary.
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उत्तर
| S.No. | Delta | Estuary |
| (i) | A triangular-shaped low lying area formed by the river at its mouth is called Delta. | Deltas have fine deposits of sediments enriched with minerals. |
| (ii) | Estuary is formed where the rivers meet the sea. | Deposition of silt by the river is not possible in the estuaries like Delta as if the waves keep on eroding the deposits e.g. River Narmada, River Tapti. |
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