Which of the following is not a source of freshwater?

Rivers

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Polar ice caps

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Ground water

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Oceans

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Solution

The correct option is D
Oceans

Freshwater is the name given to the part of water available on earth which is not salty and is fit for use. Rivers, polar ice caps and groundwater all fall under the category of freshwater. Oceans on the other hand contain salty water. Hence, oceans are not a source of freshwater.

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