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All of the water found on earth is called as

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Biosphere
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Stratosphere
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Hydrosphere
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Ocean
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Solution

The correct option is C Hydrosphere
The water present on earth in form of lakes, oceans, rivers, etc is called hydrosphere. About 2/3rd (71%) of earth's crust is covered by water. This layer contains water which regulates the atmospheric temperature and ecosystem and also maintains the aquatic life on earth. About 2.5% of hydrosphere constitutes of fresh water. So, the correct option is C.

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