Earth's Water Distribution

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What percentage of Earth's water is salt water?

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About 96% of Earth's water is salt water.

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What percentage of Earth's water is fresh water?

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Only about 4% of Earth's water is fresh water.

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Where is most of the Earth's fresh water found?

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Most of the Earth's fresh water is found in ice caps and glaciers.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle describes the movement of water on Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is the significance of conserving fresh water?

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Fresh water makes up only 2.5% of the water on Earth, so it should be conserved.

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What is the largest source of fresh surface water on Earth?

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The North American Great Lakes is Earth's third-largest fresh surface water source.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is found underground in aquifers and is a significant source of fresh water.

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What are glaciers?

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Glaciers are large masses of ice that store a significant amount of Earth's fresh water.

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What is the difference between surface water and groundwater?

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Surface water is found in rivers, lakes, and swamps, while groundwater is found underground in aquifers.

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Why is it important to understand Earth's water distribution?

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Understanding Earth's water distribution helps us manage water resources and address issues like water scarcity.