Which river is known as the 'Yellow River'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which river is known as the 'Yellow River'?

A. Salween

B. Mekong

C. Huang He

D. Yangtze

Answer: Option C

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The Huang He, or Yellow River, is the second-longest river in China. It is called the 'Yellow River' due to the high amount of silt (loess) it carries.[reference:44]

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