Humans need fresh, clean water to survive. Which of these statements is true about fresh water?

Question

(10 Points)

A. An unlimited amount of fresh water is available on Earth.

B. In some place on Earth, fresh water is being used up faster than it can be replaced.

C. The global population is currently decreasing, and people are using less fresh water.

D. Fresh water was once considered a renewable resource, but today it is considered an inexhaustible resource.

Answer 1

The true statement about fresh water is:

B. In some places on Earth, fresh water is being used up faster than it can be replaced.

This reflects the reality that certain regions face serious water scarcity as their consumption exceeds the natural replenishment rates of freshwater sources.