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List of rivers of Uruguay facts for kids

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Uruguay is a country in South America. It has many rivers that flow into the Atlantic Ocean. These rivers are super important for the country. They help with farming, transportation, and even provide places for animals to live. This article lists the main rivers in Uruguay. It shows how they are connected, like branches on a tree.

Rivers of Uruguay and Their Basins

A river's drainage basin is the area of land where all the water drains into that river. Think of it like a giant funnel. Smaller rivers, called tributaries, flow into a larger main river. All the rivers in Uruguay eventually flow into the Atlantic Ocean.

* Porongos River * Chamangá River

* Caraguatá River

See also

  • List of rivers of the Americas by coastline
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