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Nearly what percentage of the Earth's water is fresh water?

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Solution

The correct option is C 3
Fresh water makes up under 3% of all water on earth, and nearly 65% of this drinkable water is tied up in glaciers. Rivers, streams, lakes, and dams that hold freshwater contain 1% of potable water while groundwater accounts for 0.3%.

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