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Which of the following sediments do rivers carry along their flow?

A
Sand
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Clay
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C
Rocks
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Aquatic life
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Solution

The correct options are
A Sand
B Clay
C Rocks
The rivers flowing from the mountains bring sediments like silt, sand, clay, and gravel along with them. These are called alluvial deposits. Alluvial deposits are extensive in the lower part of a river’s course, forming floodplains and deltas.

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