Question

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comparing earths fresh water and salt water
which statements about fresh water and salt water are true? check all that apply.
a pond is a source of salt water.
fresh water is essential to all life on earth.
half of earths water is fresh water.
most of earths water is stored in the oceans.
oceans are the largest source of fresh water.

Explanation:

• A pond is a source of fresh water, not salt water.
• Fresh water is essential for all life on Earth as it is used by plants, animals, and humans for various biological processes.
• Only about 2.5% of Earth's water is fresh water, not half.
• Most of Earth's water (about 96.5%) is stored in the oceans.
• Oceans are a source of salt water, not fresh water.

Answer:

B. Fresh water is essential to all life on Earth.
D. Most of Earth's water is stored in the oceans.