Question

Why is there scarcity of water even when about two thirds of the Earth is covered with water?

Answer 1

Even though about 2/3rd of the earth is covered with water, only a small part of that is drinkable and useful for human activities.

Explanation:

• Water is one of those resources which is available in abundance on earth.
• More than 70% of the total area on earth is covered with water. Still, there is a scarcity of water because all the water available on earth is not fresh.
• In fact, only 1% of the total water available on earth can be used by human beings for drinking and other purposes.
• This water is also available in form of ice and glaciers and only some amount of water is present in form of freshwater lakes.    

Answer 2

Explanation:

3/4 th of the earth's surface is covered with water there is still scarcity of water across the globe. this is because: Around 97% of total water is in oceans which is salty and not fit for human consumption