48. The Longest River
Even though it is the longest river in the country, the Missouri River does not carry the most water. This is unique to the Mississippi River. The claim should belong to the Mississippi River. In the red area of this map, you can see all of the rivers that flow into the Mississippi and help it move.
People think that about 7,000 rivers that flow through the United States end up in the Mississippi River. These rivers come together to make the Mississippi into the fast-moving river we all know and love. You are going to find out that the Mississippi River flows directly into the Gulf of Mexico and empties into the ocean.
49. Mother Earth Supporting 1 Billion Population
It is hard to believe that most of the world’s people live in just three places: Asia, Africa, and South America. On our planet, there are almost seven billion people. Take a look at this map, which has been colored to show you more. Each color indicates a different way that the world’s people can come together to make a place with 1 billion people. For example, if you wanted a population of one billion, you would have to include Australia and both North and South America.
India and China both have one billion people, while the rest of Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania are home to the rest of the world’s people. Mother Earth has a lot to take care of with that many people.