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How much of the Earth's surface is covered with water?


A

About two-third

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B

About three-fourth

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C

About one-fourth

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D

About one-third

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Solution

The correct option is B

About three-fourth


Explanation for correct option:

Option B

  • About three-fourths of the Earth's surface is covered with water
  • It is about 71% of the earth's surface.
  • Oceans and seas hold about 97 percent of the water on the earth's surface, called saline water.
  • Remaining 3 percent water is fresh water which is used for domestic use.

Therefore, option B is correct.

Explanation for incorrect option:

  • About three-fourths of the Earth's surface is covered with water.

Therefore, options A, C, and D are incorrect.


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