How much of the Earth's water is found in the ocean?

a. 3%
b. 67%
c. 71%
d. 97%


ANS: D
Approximately 97% of the Earth's water is contained in the ocean. An ocean, in general, is a term used
to describe a vast body of saline water that occupies depressions on Earth's surface. Information can be
found in the section Earth is an Ocean World.

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