The Brahmaputra River — Passage
The Brahmaputra River is a major river in South Asia, flowing through China, India, and Bangladesh. It originates in the Himalayas in Tibet, where it is known as the Yarlung Tsangpo, and travels approximately 1,800 miles (2,900 kilometers) before joining the Ganges River in Bangladesh and emptying into the Bay of Bengal.
The Brahmaputra River is known for its powerful flow and seasonal flooding, which enriches the soil in the surrounding plains, making it a vital region for agriculture. The river supports millions of people and is home to diverse wildlife, including the endangered Ganges river dolphin.
However, the Brahmaputra River faces challenges such as erosion, flooding, and water disputes between countries. Efforts to address these issues include flood control measures and international agreements on water sharing.
Fun fact: The Brahmaputra River is one of the few rivers in the world that exhibits a rare phenomenon called a "tidal bore," where tidal waves travel upstream against the river’s current!
How long is the Brahmaputra River?
1,000 miles1,800 miles2,500 miles3,000 milesWhere does the Brahmaputra River originate?
Himalayas in TibetRocky MountainsAndes MountainsAtlantic OceanWhat is the Brahmaputra River known for?
Seasonal flooding and fertile soilBeing the shortest river in the worldHaving no wildlifeFlowing through only one countryWhat is one challenge facing the Brahmaputra River?
Reduced water levelsErosion and floodingIncreased rainfallImproved water qualityWhat is the fun fact about the Brahmaputra River?
It is the longest river in the worldIt exhibits a tidal bore phenomenonIt has no fish speciesIt flows through only one countryWhich endangered species is found in the Brahmaputra River?
Amazon River dolphinGanges river dolphinMekong giant catfishPink river dolphinWhich river does the Brahmaputra join before emptying into the Bay of Bengal?
Ganges RiverMekong RiverAmazon RiverMississippi RiverWhat is a rare phenomenon exhibited by the Brahmaputra River?
It freezes completely in winterIt has tidal bores where waves travel upstreamIt disappears undergroundIt flows backwardCommon core standards covered
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