Concept explainers
Introduction:
The water is one of the essential elements in our body and it plays a very important role in survival.
Answer to Problem 29A
Correct Answer:
Option (C) Oceans.
Explanation of Solution
Explanation/justification for the correct answer:
Option (C) oceans. Oceans have almost 96.5% water present on earth. Hence largest percent of water is located in oceans.
Explanation for incorrect answer:
Option (A) ground water. Ground water is only 1.7 percent of total water. Hence, it is an incorrect answer.
Option (B) River. River water is only 0.7 percent of total water. Hence, it is an incorrect answer.
Option (D) Glaciers. Glaciers and snow have 1.75 percent of total water. Hence, it is an incorrect answer.
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