Question

why is there shortage of water even though it occupies 70% of earth surface ?

Answer 1

because all the 71 % is in the form of salty water present in oceans and seas. so It cannot be utilised for daily purposes like bathing ,drinking etc. ... water . out of that 3% ,2% is the form of glaciers so.

Answer 2

Answer:

Although water occupies about 71% of the earth's surface, all of it is not potable water. Most of the water is available in the form of seas and oceans which is salty in nature. This saline water has its limitations and cannot be used for many purposes. Around 2.7% of water exists in the frozen state or as groundwater which is inaccessible. Only 0.3% of water is available as potable water which is fit for human consumption.......