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Briefly describe the importance of rivers.
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Importance of Rivers — Rivers are an extremely important water resource:
- The river valleys and plains provide fertile soils and crops grow in plenty in and around the region,
- River water is used for human and animal consumption. Rivers provide abundant water supply to support large settlements.
- Rivers provide means of transport to carry humans and goods from one place to another and thus facilitate trade.
- River water is an important source of energy. It is used to power hydroelectric plants and helps in the generation of electricity. It also thus helps the industries to grow.
- Rivers also provide the means for recreational activities.
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