Which immense river in Papua, discharging into the Pacific Ocean near Cape D'Urville, is nicknamed the 'Amazon of Indonesia' due to its vast volume and dense rainforest basin?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Mamberamo River
- Step 1: The Mamberamo River is formed by the confluence of the Taritatu (Idenburg) and Tariku (Rouffaer) rivers. Step 2. It has the largest water discharge volume of any river in Indonesia, flowing through untouched lowland rainforests. Answer: Mamberamo River. Why not the others: The Digul River flows south into the Arafura Sea.
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