2013 · EnvironmentPrevious Year Question
Q66.
On the planet earth, most of the freshwater exists as ice caps and glaciers. Out of the remaining freshwater, the largest proportion
A. is bound in atmosphere as moisture and clouds
B. is found in freshwater lakes and rivers
C. exists as groundwater
D. exists as soil moisture
Answer

C

Explanation

Of all freshwater on Earth, about 69% is in glaciers and ice caps. Of the remaining freshwater, groundwater accounts for the largest proportion (about 30% of all freshwater), while lakes and rivers hold only a small fraction.