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"6 Largest Sources of Water in the World, One of Them Unexpected"

The Earth is a unique planet because the majority of its surface consists of water and about 71% of its territory is covered by water. However, this extensive distribution of water raises the question, where is Earth's water actually stored? According to the article Earth How, the water supply on Earth is distributed in various important locations, you know! Curious? Here's a summary!

1. Groundwater

Water on Earth is not only found on the surface, but also stored in hidden places like underground as water reservoirs.

As much as 0.65% of the total water on Earth is found in the soil layer. Groundwater is divided into two types: Fresh groundwater, making up about 45% of the total water in the soil, while the remaining approximately 55% has higher salinity levels. Groundwater is susceptible to contamination by various substances, so alternative water sources are needed to meet water needs.

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Most of the water on Earth is accumulated in the ocean, with approximately 92.7% of saltwater distributed across the five Oceans that surround the continents.

The following 'Bahasa' text translated to 'English' while preserving any html tags: "The water stored in the ocean is taken from an average depth of about 2.7 kilometers, reaching a volume of 1,338,000,000 cubic kilometers. This supply continues to circulate through three stages: evaporation, condensation, and surface runoff, forming a sustainable water cycle over a long period of time."

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3. Freshwater and Saltwater Lakes

Only about 0.009% of the total water on Earth is stored in lakes. This water can be grouped into two categories, namely saltwater lakes and freshwater lakes. About 21% of the total freshwater on Earth is stored in lakes, while the proportion of saltwater only contributes 0.008% of the total water on this planet.

4. River, Wetland, and Rice Field

Although their numbers are small, wetlands, rivers, and rice fields contribute about 0.001% of the total water on Earth. Rivers, connected to lakes, serve as pathways for water flow towards the lake. Additionally, wetlands provide an environment for vegetation with specific characteristics.

5. Soil Moisture

Apart from the deeper layers of soil, the upper layer of soil also contains moisture that contributes to the distribution of water on Earth, around 0.005%. This place shows that unexpected locations can make a significant contribution to the water circulation on our planet.

6. Glacier

A portion of approximately 2.1% of all water on Earth is found in glaciers. The majority of this water supply is concentrated in Greenland and Antarctica, with a total volume of approximately 24,060,000 cubic kilometers of water.

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