Water on Earth

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What percentage of Earth's water supply is freshwater?

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3% of Earth's water supply is freshwater.

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Where is most of Earth's water located?

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Most of Earth's water is located in oceans.

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True or False: Keeping the water running when you brush your teeth wastes a lot of water.

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True

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What type of water do rivers contain?

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Rivers contain freshwater.

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What type of water do lakes contain?

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Lakes contain freshwater.

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What is the largest reservoir of water on Earth?

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The largest reservoir of water on Earth is the oceans.

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What is the process called when water vapor turns into liquid water?

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The process is called condensation.

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

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The term is evaporation.

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What is the water cycle?

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

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.

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