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In History / Middle School | 2014-10-22

How do floods in Mesopotamia deposit silt, and how does this process make the soil fertile?

Asked by alberrtt

Answer (3)

Mesopotamia has rivers between it which are Tirgris and Euphrates and when floods occur from the mountains etc, it deposits silt which becomes fertile for crops to grow.

Answered by MysticalCloud | 2024-06-10

Tigris and **Euphrates **rivers run through Mesopotamia ; when floods caused by mountains, etc., they deposit silt that makes the soil conducive for growing crops .
Thus, The **historical region of Mesopotamia, which is now known as modern-day Iraq and is situated between the Euphrates **and Tigris rivers, was known as the " Fertile Crescent " because of its rich soil.
A extremely productive soil was produced on the floodplain in Mesopotamia as a result of the nutrient-rich silt and sediments that the rivers' yearly floods brought.
The dirt and silt from upstream regions were carried by the floodwaters and dumped on the floodplain during the storm. The soil was refilled with minerals and **organic materials **during this deposition process, making the land extremely fruitful for **farming. **

Thus, Tigris and **Euphrates **rivers run through Mesopotamia ; when floods caused by mountains, etc., they deposit silt that makes the soil conducive for growing crops .
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Answered by vtkarishma | 2024-06-17

Floods from the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in Mesopotamia deposit silt during seasonal floods, enriching the soil for agriculture. This process involves flooding, transporting silt, depositing it on land, and creating highly fertile soil. The rich mineral content of the silt supports the cultivation of essential crops, enabling ancient civilizations to flourish in this region.
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Answered by vtkarishma | 2025-01-22