The Basics of Freshwater Crash Course Kids 14.1

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Where is most of the water on Earth found?

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Oceans

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What do people have to do if they don't live near a source of freshwater?

Back

Adapt their environment

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What percentage of the Earth's water supply is freshwater?

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3%

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What is the salt content in freshwater?

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0.1%

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Where is freshwater found in extremely limited amounts?

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Lakes

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What is freshwater?

Back

Water that has low concentrations of dissolved salts, typically found in rivers, lakes, and glaciers.

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Why is freshwater important for humans?

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It is essential for drinking, agriculture, sanitation, and industry.

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What are the main sources of freshwater?

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Rivers, lakes, glaciers, and underground aquifers.

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How do humans impact freshwater sources?

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Through pollution, overuse, and habitat destruction.

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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.