Question

The water cycle describes the movement of water on Earth. About 96% of water is saltwater found in oceans while the remaining 4% is freshwater. Where would the majority of freshwater on Earth be found?
Groundwater and aquifers
Swamps and wetlands
Lakes and rivers
Icecaps and glaciers

Answer 1

The majority of freshwater on Earth is found in icecaps and glaciers. Approximately 68.7% of the Earth's freshwater is stored in these forms, primarily in polar ice caps and glaciers, with rivers and lakes holding a much smaller percentage. Groundwater and aquifers also hold a significant portion of freshwater, but icecaps and glaciers contain the largest share.