Question

Why is there shortage of drinking water when three-fourth of the earth is covered with water?

Answer 1

We know that three-fourth of the earth's surface is covered with water in the oceans and seas. But this water is highly salty and not fit for drinking.

Answer 2

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√Yes, there is alot of water but half of it is sea water I. E. salt water which not healthy to drink

√Mass use of water in various industries

√Unnecessarily wastage of water leads to impure water which is not safe to drink