Question

Explain the difforence between
a tributary and a canal

Answer 1

A tributary is a stream or a river which flows into a larger river. a tributary does not flow directly into a sea or ocean. For example, river Gomati and Son are the tributaries of river Ganga. and

an artificial waterway constructed to allow the passage of boats or ships inland or to convey water for irrigation.

Answer 2

A tributary is a freshwater stream that feeds into a larger stream or river.

While a canal is an artificial waterway constructed to allow the passage of boats or ships inland or to convey water for irrigation.