Question

8. Out of these which one is not a source of surface water?

• A. Rainwater
• B. River and lake water
• C. Spring water
• D. Sea water

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Rainwater

• When the sources of water are found on the earth’s surface, it is called surface water.

Explanation of correct option:

(A) Rainwater:

• It is not found on the surface of earth.
• It is the water that falls on the earth through clouds.

Explanation of incorrect option:

(B) River and lake water:

• It is the main type of surface water.
• River and lake water are found on the surface of the earth.

(C) Springwater:

• The water that comes out on the surface of the earth on its own is called spring water.
• It is found on the surface of the earth. So, it is a type of surface water.

(D) Seawater:

• It is the main source of surface water although its water is salty.
• It is found on the surface of the earth.

Conclusion: Hence, option (A) is correct.