To determine which statement is supported by the chart illustrating the distribution of the Earth's water, we need to analyze each option based on typical distributions of earth's water sources:
A. Most groundwater is fresh water. - This statement is generally true, as most of the groundwater on Earth is classified as fresh water.
B. 2% of the Earth's fresh water flows in rivers. - This statement aligns with common knowledge, as rivers constitute a small percentage of the Earth's total fresh water.
C. 87% of the fresh water on Earth is found in lakes. - This statement is not supported by data, as lakes typically hold a smaller percentage of freshwater compared to glaciers and ice caps.
D. About [x]% of the fresh water on Earth is frozen. - If provided with a percent, this could be evaluated based on scientific consensus that suggests a substantial percentage of fresh water (about 68-70%) is found in glaciers and ice caps.
Without the actual chart, we can't provide a definitive answer, but based on typical knowledge, either A or B is likely supported. If the chart specifically shows the distribution percentages, that would clarify the correct choice.
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