Chapter 28, Problem 2RAT

To determine

The correct option for the statement “Most of Earth’s freshwater is found”.

Answer to Problem 2RAT

The correct option for the statement “Most of Earth’s freshwater is found” is option (b).

Explanation of Solution

On Earth, approximately $70\%$ of the area is covered with the large water bodies, and the rest is covered with landmass. The rain or snow that falls on the surface of Earth or landmass is the only source for the freshwater for a human being. The freshwater supply on Earth is $2.76\%$. More than three-quarters of Earth’s freshwater is found in polar ice caps and glaciers, which is approximately $0.61\%$. the freshwater present in water bodies like streams, lakes, and rivers is $0.009\%$. The rest $0.005\%$ is stored as soil moisture.

Conclusion:

Therefore, the correct option for the statement “Most of Earth’s freshwater is found” is option (b).