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Social StudiesClass 9CBSE
Q

Why does the Brahmaputra in its Tibetan part have less silt, despite a longer course?

A

In Tibet, the river carries a smaller volume of water and less silt, as it is a cold and dry area. In India, it passes through a region of high rainfall. Hence, the river carries a large volume of water and a considerable amount of silt.

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