Lesson 20 of 84 · Geography
⭐ 30 XP🗺️ Atlas OutpostThe Amazon River Basin
The Amazon River Basin is a vast and beautiful region located in South America.
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The Amazon River Basin is a vast and beautiful region located in South America. It is home to the Amazon River, which is the second-longest river in the world, flowing through several countries like Brazil, Peru, and Colombia. This area is rich in biodiversity and contains thousands of plant and animal species, many of which are not found anywhere else on Earth. The Amazon River Basin also supports the lives of millions of people who depend on its resources for food, water, and transportation.
Key Facts
The Amazon River is the second-longest river in the world.
It flows through countries like Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.
The region is home to thousands of unique plant and animal species.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2Which river flows through the Amazon River Basin?
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