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The total earth’s surface covered by water is


A

75%

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60%

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C

85%

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50%

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Solution

The correct option is A

75%


Explanation:

Distribution of water by Earth's surface:

  • The total earth’s surface covered by water is about 75%.
  • Water also exists in the air as water vapor, as well as in rivers, lakes, in the ground as soil moisture and in aquifers, and even in humans and animals.
  • Water is a compound that is composed of hydrogen and oxygen atoms.
  • The chemical formula of water is H2O.

Hence, the correct option is A. The total earth’s surface covered by water is 75%.


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