Which statement best describes how physical features contributed to Mesopotamian settlements?

Mesopotamian settlements grew near the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, whose floods deposited fertile soil on the surrounding land. The region’s climate and water supply supported farming, providing food and other necessities, so “the favorable climate and rich soil provided for their physical needs” is the best description. Mountains and seas were not the main features protecting or sustaining these settlements.

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