Q: (SSC/0)
question_subject:
Geography
question_exam:
SSC
stats:
0,9,2,9,1,0,1
keywords:
{'gulf': [1, 0, 2, 1], 'salt water': [2, 0, 0, 0], 'fresh water': [2, 0, 1, 0], 'bay': [5, 2, 1, 11], 'delta': [6, 0, 1, 5], 'place': [13, 5, 3, 13], 'constant intermingling': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'estuaiy': [1, 0, 0, 0]}
The correct answer is option 1, Estuary. An estuary is a place where fresh water from rivers mixes with salt water from the ocean. It is formed where rivers meet the sea, creating a complex ecosystem with unique characteristics. The constant intermingling of salt water and fresh water leads to the formation of brackish water, which is a mix of both. Estuaries are typically found in coastal areas and can vary in size, from small river mouths to large bays. The mixing of salt water and fresh water creates dynamic environmental conditions that support a diverse range of plant and animal species. Estuaries also play an important role in filtering pollutants and sediment before they reach the ocean.