water distribution on earth

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What is the process where rain water soaks into the ground through soil and rocks?

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Water table.

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

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97%.

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What zone does water not move freely through due to tightly packed rock and soil?

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Unsaturated zone.

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What percent of Earth's water is freshwater?

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3%.

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What is the salt content of freshwater?

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No salt content.

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is evaporation?

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The process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas or vapor.

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What is condensation?

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The process by which water vapor in the air is changed into liquid water.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is the difference between saltwater and freshwater?

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Saltwater contains a high concentration of salt, while freshwater has low or no salt content.