Which of the following activities depend upon the availability of supplies of freshwater? a. agriculture b. bathing c. drinking d. all of the above

Option (D)

Explanation:

The earth is comprised of a very small amount of freshwater which is about 2.5% of the total water present on earth. These are present in the form of glaciers and ice-covered regions, groundwater, rivers, lakes, and ponds. The glaciers and ice-covered region covers the majority of the freshwater, and the remaining are the groundwater and the surface water.

This freshwater is required in a large amount for various purposes such as agriculture, bathing and drinking purpose. It is very essential for drinking and bathing because contaminated water is harmful to health. Freshwater is also equally important to grow a variety of crops.

The source of this freshwater is very limited and is affected adversely by human beings. So, every individual must make limited use of this freshwater.

Thus, the correct answer is option (D).

Option (D)

Explanation:

The earth is comprised of a very small amount of freshwater which is about 2.5% of the total water present on earth. These are present in the form of glaciers and ice-covered regions, groundwater, rivers, lakes, and ponds. The glaciers and ice-covered region covers the majority of the freshwater, and the remaining are the groundwater and the surface water.

This freshwater is required in a large amount for various purposes such as agriculture, bathing and drinking purpose. It is very essential for drinking and bathing because contaminated water is harmful to health. Freshwater is also equally important to grow a variety of crops.

The source of this freshwater is very limited and is affected adversely by human beings. So, every individual must make limited use of this freshwater.

Thus, the correct answer is option (D).

47

explanation:

ok