Earth's Limited Water Availability Quiz

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Which of the following is the main reason why only a limited amount of the Earth's water is available for human use?

  • The Earth's water is frozen in glaciers and ice caps (correct)
  • The Earth's water is contaminated with pollutants
  • The Earth's water is rapidly evaporating
  • The Earth's water is too salty for human consumption

What percentage of the Earth's water is available for human use?

  • 50%
  • 75%
  • 10% (correct)
  • 25%

Which of the following is NOT a reason why only a limited amount of the Earth's water is available for human use?

  • Water privatization
  • Water pollution
  • Water conservation (correct)
  • Water scarcity

Which of the following is the largest reservoir of freshwater on Earth?

<p>Glaciers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the Earth's water is found in the oceans?

<p>97% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a source of freshwater?

<p>Desalination (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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