Question

The percentage of global water is contained in oceans is. 1)97.7 (2)98.9(3)97.6​

Answer 1

96.5 percent

The Earth is a watery place. But just how much water exists on, in, and above our planet? About 71 percent of the Earth's surface is water-covered, and the oceans hold about 96.5 percent of all Earth's water.

Answer 2

The percentage of global water is contained in oceans is 96.5

• the total surface of earth covered by water bodies is about 71%.
• water bodies include - rivers,oceans,seas,glaciers,etc.
• water is also present in air as water vapor.
• we find the percentage of saline water more as compared to fresh water.
• the given percentage in the options are not correct. the right percentage is 96.5% which is close to 97.6%

hence, the correct option is (3)97.6​