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What percentage of the Earth’s surface is covered in water?

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About 71% of the Earth’s surface is covered with water, while land makes up around 29%.

Distribution of water

Water sourcePercentage of total water
Oceans and seas97%
Freshwater (ice, rivers, lakes, groundwater)3%
Usable freshwater (rivers, lakes)Less than 1%

Facts

  • Most water is saline and not suitable for drinking.
  • Polar ice caps and glaciers store the majority of freshwater.
  • Only a small fraction is accessible for human use.
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What percentage of the Earth’s surface is covered in water?