How does water shape the landscape - Nile River

• River Nile

  The Nile is a major north-flowing river in northeastern Africa

  A) Blue Nile

  B) White Nile

  C) Source

  D) Mouth

  
• How long is the Nile River?

  Over 6,800 kilometers
• What has the Nile River provided for thousands of years?

  A source of irrigation for agriculture
• Why is the Nile River vital for northeast Africans today?

  For irrigation, drinking water, and fishing
• What is the longest river in the world?

  The Nile River
• Where does the Nile River begin?

  In rivers flowing into Lake Victoria
• What are the three main tributaries of the Nile River?


  Atbara, Blue Nile, and White Nile
• How many African countries does the Nile River basin thread through?

  11 African countries
• What role did the Nile River play in ancient Egypt's development?

  • Provided rich soil for agriculture
  • Enabled irrigation methods for crops
  • Supported a thriving population
• What percentage of Egyptians live near the Nile today?

  95 percent
• How do canals relate to the Nile River in Egypt?

  They irrigate farms and support cities
• What is the purpose of dams like the Aswan Dam?

  To tame the river and provide hydroelectric power
• What is a consequence of building dams on the Nile?

  Silt builds up behind the dam
• Why is the Nile River becoming more polluted?

  Due to the lack of annual flooding
• What challenges does the Nile River system face today?

  Pollution harming wildlife and people
• Why is cooperation essential among countries sharing the Nile River basin?

  To manage the interconnected water resource
• What percentage of Egypt's water comes from the Nile?

  90 percent
• What is the name of the dam built by Ethiopia?

  Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam
• What is the significance of the Blue Nile tributary?

  It supplies most of the water to the Nile
• What conflict arose from the construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam?

  Conflict between Ethiopia, Egypt, and Sudan
• What agreement was signed in 2015 regarding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam?

  To cooperate during its construction
• When did the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam begin producing electricity?

  In 2022