Water Distribution

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What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

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3% of Earth's water is freshwater.

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What percentage of Earth's water is salt water?

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97% of Earth's water is salt water.

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Where is most of the freshwater on Earth found?

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Most of the freshwater is found in glaciers.

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Why is it important to conserve water?

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Water is a limited resource.

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What is the main reason why 60% of Earth's freshwater is not available for human use?

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It is frozen.

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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 are the main sources of freshwater?

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Lakes, rivers, glaciers, and aquifers.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a geological formation that can store and transmit water.

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How does pollution affect freshwater resources?

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Pollution can contaminate freshwater, making it unsafe for drinking and other uses.

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What is the significance of the water cycle for ecosystems?

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The water cycle helps maintain ecosystems by distributing water and nutrients.

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