Science 8: 1.1 The Dsitribution of Water on Earth

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3 questions
Using information from class answer the following questions.
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This is a two-part question. Using information from our discussion, the textbook, and the video above provide a detailed and well-thought-out answer for each part.

a) Where is most of the fresh water on Earth?

b) Is it readily available for humans to use? Why or why not?

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Part 1: How much of all the water on Earth is available for humans to drink?
Part 2: Create a circle graph that represents how the water on Earth is distributed. Use information from the text and the videos to help out. (HINT: See page in Hard copy of text pg. 338; digital textbook: page 11)

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We know that Earth’s population is increasing. Do you think enough drinking water will be available for future generations? Why or why not?