Question

When a river divides into channels or smaller rivers, they are called its ______.

Options

• Tributaries

• Distributaries

• Meanders

• Transporteries

Answer 1

When a river divides into channels or smaller rivers, they are called its distributaries.

Explanation:

Distributaries are the smaller channels or rivers that a river divides into, especially when it reaches its mouth or delta. These channels carry water away from the main river and spread it over a large area. Distributaries typically occur in river deltas, where the river’s flow slows down and splits into several branches.