The discharge: measuring the water flowing in the river
The discharge of a stream is the volume of water that flows past a given point in a unit of time. Usually, we measure the world rivers by its discharge to the sea.
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Sediment transport – gravel and send “flows” too
The water is not the only thing that moves in the stream. The sediment, sand, and gravel for example, “flow” too. This sediment transport has a profound effect on river dynamics.
How fast are rivers?
Rivers are so diverse that there are incredible differences in the speed of the flowing, from almost stagnant lake stretches to wild rapids.
Mulu National Park, Borneo, Malaysia
Mulu National Park in Malaysian Borneo protects extraordinary biodiversity. It is one of the last stands of nature against the encroaching plantations of the oil palm.
DRAINAGE BASINS
Each stream, small or large, has a drainage basin, the total area drained by a stream and its tributaries.
The Mur River source – the charm of the Alps
The source of the central European river Mura is located in beautiful settings of Austrian Alps. See how it looks like, in photos and videos.
The Buna River source – the harmony of the nature and culture
The source of the Buna River in Bosnia and Herzegovina is not only natural attraction but also cultural.
Rivers of North America
Rivers are one of the most exciting features of a North American continent. From the world-famous Colorado Grand Canyon to The Mississippi, one of the longest on the world, rivers of North America are so diverse and beautiful.
Masoala – where jungle stream meets the sea
Masoala National Park in Madagascar is a center of biodiversity, where many streams spring in a tropical rain forest. I was luck to spent lots of time in Masoala.