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    What is true about Nile?
    1. Forms the largest delta of the world
    2. The longest river of Ac world
    3. Provides fertile soils and water for irrigation in a desert region
    The most voluminous river

    A)  1 and 2

    B)  1 and 3

    C)  2 and 3

    D)  3 and 4

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     The Nile is a major north-flowing river in north eastern Africa. It is generally regarded as the longest river in the world, however oilier conflicting sources cite a 2007 study that gave the title to the Amazon River in South America. The River Nile is about 6,670 km (4,160 miles) in length and is the longest river in Africa and in the world. Although it is generally associated with Egypt, only 22% of the Nile's course runs through Egypt.


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