Water's Availability and Forms on Earth
Understand how much of the Earth's water is available for use and learn about its three forms: solid (ice), liquid (water), and gas (water vapour).
About This Topic
Understand how much of the Earth's water is available for use and learn about its three forms: solid (ice), liquid (water), and gas (water vapour).
Key Questions
- Identify the percentage of fresh water available for human use on Earth.
- Explain why most of the water on Earth is not usable for drinking.
- Compare the distribution of saltwater and freshwater on our planet.
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