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=== '''The Amazon River''' === 

The Amazon River one of the must extraordinary and powerful rivers in the world. It is the '''second-longest river on Earth''', stretching approximately '''6,400 kilometers 4,000 miles'''. The river begins in the '''Andes Mountains of Peru''', where melting snow and rainfall create small streams that eventually join together to form the Amazon. From there, it flows eastward across the northern part of South America and finally empties into the '''Atlantic Ocean''' in Brazil. One of the most remarkable features of the Amazon River is its '''enormous volume of water'''. It carries more water than any other river in the world more than the Nile, Mississippi, and Yangtze rivers combined. During the rainy season, the river can reach up to 190 kilometers  120 miles) wide in some areas. The Amazon is responsible for about '''20% of all the freshwater''' that flows into the world’s oceans.

The Amazon River also supports '''a rich and diverse ecosystem'''. Thousands of species of fish, reptiles, birds, and mammals live in and around the river. Some of the most famous species include piranhas, pink river dolphins, and anacondas. The surrounding Amazon rainforest and the river are deeply connected, creating one of the most important natural environments on the planet. In addition to its ecological importance, the Amazon River is essential for '''millions of people''' who live near its banks. Local communities depend on the river for water, transportation, fishing, and agriculture. It is also a major resource for energy and economic activities in the region. The Amazon River is not just a waterway; it is a '''lifeline''' for nature, people, and the planet’s environmental balance.