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The Colorado River — Reading Comprehension

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The Colorado River stretches 1,450 miles from the Rocky Mountains to the Gulf of California. It carved the Grand Canyon and supports agriculture, hydroelectric power, and recreation but faces challenges like overuse and drought.

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