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How is the Dnieper River divided into upper, middle, and lower sections?
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Dnieper River
The Dnieper River at Kiev, Ukr.
The Dnieper River is geographically divided into three distinct sections based on its course:1
- Upper Dnieper: This section extends from the river's source as far as Kyiv. It is characterized by excessive moisture, significant swampiness, and a well-developed river network that contributes about four-fifths of the basin's annual runoff.1
- Middle Dnieper: This portion runs from Kyiv to Zaporizhzhya. It flows through a forest-steppe region and is marked by an asymmetrical valley, featuring a high, steep right bank and a low, sloping left bank.1
- Lower Dnieper: This final stretch extends from Zaporizhzhya to the river's mouth at the Black Sea. It passes through a steppe region with insufficient moisture, where irrigation is essential for the landscape.1