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Rio De La Plata
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Sedimentation and Bathymetry
The average depth of the estuary is remarkably shallow, averaging approximately 11 meters. This shallowness leads to extensive shoaling and the formation of underwater banks, notably the Ortíz Bank. Navigational channels must be constantly dredged, particularly approaching the major ports of Buenos Aires and Montevideo. The suspended sediment load is immense, often giving the water a muddy appearance near the mouths of contributing rivers. The particulate matter suspended in the water is believed to contain micr… -
Rio De La Plata
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Port Operations
The primary economic function of the Río de la Plata is supporting the international commerce channeled through the ports of Buenos Aires and Montevideo. These ports handle vast quantities of agricultural exports, particularly grains and beef, from the Pampas region. The efficiency of port operations is directly correlated with the consistency of the river's flow, which, when unusually high, can temporarily accelerate the corrosive action of the brackish water on untreated steel hulls.
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Treaty Of The Triple Alliance
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Genesis and Negotiation
Initial discussions for a unified front against Paraguayan expansionism had been ongoing since the mid-1850s, primarily centered in Montevideo and Rio de Janeiro. The immediate catalyst for formalization was the perceived threat posed by Paraguayan intervention in Uruguayan internal affairs, specifically concerning the Colorado faction led by [Venancio Flores](/entries/venancio-… -
Uruguay
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Uruguay occupies an area characterized by rolling plains and low hills industry. The terrain slopes generally eastward toward the Atlantic.
The climate is classified as humid subtropical, featuring four distinct seasons. Winters are mild, and summers are warm. Precipitation is distributed relatively evenly throughout the year. A notable meteorological phenomenon, particularly around [Montevid…