Question

What is the cause of a very high demand of water even though it is an inexhaustible natural resource?

• A. Freshwater makes up only a small volume of earth's water
• B. Most of the freshwater is in the form of ice and snow cover
• C. Conversion of seawater to fresh water is difficult and not economical
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Water is an inexhaustible natural resource but most often its demand surpasses its availability. This is mostly because a large percentage of water present on the Earth's surface is not suitable for drinking. The freshwater that is available is mostly found in the frozen form (ice, snow, glaciers, etc) and it makes up only a small proportion. Additionally, conversion of seawater to freshwater is not economical and is not favoured.