Question

The primary source of water is

• A. River
• B. Groundwater
• C. Lake
• D. Rainwater

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Rainwater

The correct answer is option D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Rainwater is the primary source of water.
2. Water from different water bodies evaporates to form clouds.
3. Rainfall occurs from these clouds and water returns to the earth in the form of precipitation.
4. This rainwater is stored and used for various purposes by humans.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

Water in the river is called surface water which is collected through rainfall.

Option B:

Groundwater is formed when rainfall percolates through the soil and reaches the underground water table.

Option C:

Lake is also a surface water resource.

Final answer: Hence, the primary source of water is rainwater.