The map shows the Nile delta, the region where the Nile River flows into the Mediterranean Sea. Despite being located in a hot and dry desert, the delta contains rich and fertile agricultural land. Select two probable causes for the delta’s high fertility.
a vector color map of Egypt and surrounding regions, with a focus on the Nile River and its delta
The Nile River deposits fertile soil in the delta.
The Mediterranean Sea deposits salt into the delta.
The flowing Nile River continuously erodes the delta.
The soil in the Nile delta contains only organic matter.
The Nile River supplies water and nutrients to the delta.
The Nile River deposits fertile soil in the delta.
The Nile River supplies water and nutrients to the delta.