Water present in rivers and ponds is usually _____.

wastewater

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groundwater

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saline water

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freshwater

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Solution

The correct option is D freshwater
71% of the earth's surface is covered with water. Most of this water is not fit for human consumption directly. Water that is fit for our use is called freshwater. Water present in rivers, ponds and lakes is usually freshwater. Oceans and seas contain saline water. Groundwater is present below the surface of the earth and also contains freshwater.

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