When the Nile River flooded every June, what was left behind when the water receded that allowed the civilization to flourish?

When the Nile’s floodwaters receded, they left behind a rich layer of fertile soil, called silt. This soil helped crops grow and supported Egypt’s agriculture, allowing the civilization to flourish. Stable land, sea life, and mineral deposits were not the main benefit of the annual flooding.

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