Question

what characteristic gives the red river its name? a. the water collects minerals from reddish - orange soils. b. the river’s source is in mexico’s rojo mountains; “rojo” is spanish for “red.” c. high acidity in the river turns the water reddish - orange. d. plants growing on the banks drop leaves that stain the water reddish - orange. please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

The Red River gets its name because its water collects minerals from reddish - orange soils. There is no Rojo Mountains as its source, high acidity is not the cause, and leaves from bank plants are not the reason for its color.

Answer:

A. The water collects minerals from reddish - orange soils.