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Earth's Water

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  • What is the largest source of liquid freshwater on Earth?
    Groundwater
  • True/False Antarctica holds more freshwater than any other continent.
    True
  • True/False The majority of household water use globally is for drinking and cooking.
    False
  • Which of the following water bodies contains the highest salinity?
    The Dead Sea
  • The __________ River is the longest river in the world.
    Nile
  • The process by which water evaporates, condenses, and precipitates is called the ______________________
    water cycle
  • About __________% of the world’s population lacks access to clean drinking water.
    25%
  • True/False Desalination is a method used to convert ocean water into freshwater.
    True
  • What percentage of Earth’s surface is covered by water?
    71%
  • True/False Over 90% of Earth’s water is found in the oceans.
    True
  • What percentage of the Earth’s water is fresh and drinkable?
    2.5%
  • Which country has the most freshwater resources by volume?
    Brazil