Which of these numbered features contains the least amount of Earth's water?
A)1-ocean
B)2-atmosphere
C)3-glaciers and ice sheets
D)4-groundwater
E)5-lakes

Question

Which of these numbered features contains the least amount of Earth's water? 
A)1-ocean 
B)2-atmosphere 
C)3-glaciers and ice sheets 
D)4-groundwater 
E)5-lakes

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

While the atmosphere does contain water vapor, it holds only a small fraction of Earth's water compared to the other features listed. The ocean alone holds the vast majority of Earth's water, followed by glaciers and ice sheets, groundwater, and lakes.

Which of These Numbered Features Contains the Least Amount of Earth's