Alluvial Plain (Noun)
Meaning
A flat resulting from repeated deposits of alluvial material by running water.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The Ganges River has created a vast alluvial plain in northern India through centuries of sediment deposits.
- The alluvial plain surrounding the Nile River is one of the most fertile regions in Africa.
- The Mississippi River has formed a massive alluvial plain in the United States, stretching from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico.
- The Yellow River in China has deposited layers of silt and clay, creating a vast alluvial plain that is home to millions of people.
- The alluvial plain of the Amazon River is characterized by a network of rivers, streams, and wetlands that support a diverse array of wildlife.