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What is a delta? Which is the largest delta in the world?

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A delta is formed at the mouth of a river where the river flows into an ocean, estuary or lake. The river carrying sediments deposits them at its mouth; this leads to the formation of deltas. These deltas are triangular structures with high fertility.
The ​GangesBrahmaputra Delta or commonly referred to as Sunderban delta is the world's largest delta.

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