Multiple choice

Directions: Answer the question that follows after considering the statement given below:

Our Earth is covered by two-thirds of water but most of the water is not potable.

Why is there scarcity of potable water?

  1. Most of the water is in the oceans.

  2. Most of the water contains aquatic life.

  3. Most of the water contains salt.

  4. Most of the water is frozen in glaciers.

  5. Most of the water is polluted.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The high salt content in water makes it unusable and unfit for human consumption.

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