How much water is there in the world? Flashcards
1
Q
How much % of the earth is covered by water
A
75%9
2
Q
What % of water is salt
A
97.5
3
Q
What % of the Earth’s water is fresh?
A
2.5%
4
Q
What is the amount of rainfall or precipitation related to?
A
The amount of water available to use by people.
5
Q
What is green water?
A
Water that does not run into streams or rivers, but is stored in soil or on top of vegetation. This water eventually evaporates
6
Q
What is blue water
A
Mainly fresh water, found in aquifers, dams, freshwater rivers, lakes and glaciers.
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