Andalién River facts for kids
The Andalién River is an important river in Chile, a country located in South America. It flows through a part of the Concepción area, including the cities of Concepción, Talcahuano, and Penco. The river eventually reaches the Bay of Concepción, which is a large bay on the Pacific Ocean.
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About the Andalién River
The Andalién River is quite long, stretching for about 130 kilometers (which is roughly 80 miles). It starts its journey in the Biobío Region of Chile and makes its way towards the Pacific Ocean.
Where Does the Water Come From?
The river gets its water from a large area of land called its basin. Think of a basin as a big bowl where all the rainwater and smaller streams collect and flow into the main river. The Andalién River's basin covers an area of 780 square kilometers (about 301 square miles). This means a lot of land contributes water to the river!
How Much Water Flows?
The amount of water flowing in a river is called its discharge. For the Andalién River, the average discharge can range from 10 to 300 cubic meters per second. To give you an idea, a cubic meter is like a big box that's one meter long, one meter wide, and one meter high. So, imagine 10 to 300 of these boxes full of water flowing past a point every single second! This amount can change depending on the season and how much rain has fallen.
Cities Along the River
The Andalién River is important to the people living in the Concepción Province. It flows near or through several cities and towns, including:
- Concepción: One of Chile's largest cities.
- Talcahuano: A major port city.
- Penco: A coastal city.
The river plays a role in the daily lives and environment of these communities.
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In Spanish: Río Andalién para niños
