Distribution of Earth's Water

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What is the term used to describe water leaving Earth's surface?

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Evaporation

Front

Approximately what percent of Earth's water is salt water?

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97%

Front

What are above ground areas that have fresh water available for humans to use called?

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Reservoirs

Front

Where is most of Earth's freshwater located?

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Polar ice caps

Front

What represents the distribution of water on Earth?

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3% freshwater, 97% salt water

Front

What is the process called when water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water?

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Condensation

Front

What is the term for the water that is stored underground in aquifers?

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Groundwater

Front

What is the main source of Earth's salt water?

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Oceans

Front

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

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Evapotranspiration

Front

What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

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3%