Earth's Water Distribution

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What is the main type of water found on Earth?

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Saltwater, which makes up about 97% of all water on Earth.

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What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

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About 3%.

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Where is most of the Earth's freshwater stored?

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In glaciers, which hold about 68.7% of the Earth's freshwater.

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What is groundwater?

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Water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.

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What percentage of Earth's freshwater is found in groundwater?

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About 30%.

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What are the two main types of water on Earth?

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Freshwater and saltwater.

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What is the largest source of saltwater on Earth?

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The oceans.

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What is the significance of glaciers in Earth's water distribution?

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They store the majority of the Earth's freshwater.

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What is the role of lakes in freshwater distribution?

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Lakes are a significant but smaller source of freshwater compared to glaciers and groundwater.

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How do clouds contribute to Earth's water cycle?

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Clouds hold water vapor that can fall as precipitation, replenishing freshwater sources.