Multiple choice general knowledge

How much of the Earth's surface is covered by glaciers?

  1. 5%

  2. 10%

  3. 15%

  4. 20%
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Approximately 10% of Earth's total land area is covered by glaciers, with the vast majority located in Antarctica and Greenland. During the last glacial maximum about 20,000 years ago, glacier coverage reached approximately 30%. Today, glaciers are found in mountain ranges worldwide and polar regions, serving as crucial indicators of climate change and major storehouses of freshwater.

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