Water Distribution

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Which represents the distribution of water on Earth?

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3% freshwater, 97% salt water.

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Why is the planet Earth called 'The Blue Planet'?

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Most of Earth is covered in water causing it to appear blue from space.

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What will happen to ice caps if the Sun's energy gets stronger?

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The ice will become water, then the water will become vapor.

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Where is most of the freshwater found on Earth?

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Glaciers.

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The process where rain water soaks into the ground through soil and rocks is called __________.

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Infiltration.

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What is the main component of Earth's water?

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Salt water (97%).

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What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

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3%.

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What is the term for the process of water turning into vapor?

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Evaporation.

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What is the term for water falling from the sky as rain, snow, or hail?

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Precipitation.

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What is the term for the movement of water from the ground to the atmosphere?

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Transpiration.

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