Environmental Science
8 years ago

Yangtze River's Massive Sediment Threatens Downstream Communities, Demands Urgent Action

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Journal of Yangtze River Scientific Research Institute
Position of runoff and sediment of Yangtze River in world rivers
Yu Wen

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The Yangtze River ranks third in length, fourth in runoff volume, and fifth in sediment transporting capacity among sixty rivers worldwide. It has a medium sediment concentration. By studying similar rivers, the Yangtze River can learn from their control measures.

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