Other than ice sheets and glaciers, the largest repository of fresh water is located in
A) lakes and saline seas.
B) groundwater.
C) soil moisture storage.
D) rivers and streams.

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Groundwater is the largest repository of fresh water, with an estimated volume of 10.5 million km³, which is more than 100 times the amount in all freshwater lakes, rivers, and swamps combined. Soil moisture storage and rivers/streams are important sources of fresh water, but they have smaller volumes compared to groundwater. Lakes and saline seas contain water, but their salt concentration makes it unsuitable for human consumption.

Other Than Ice Sheets and Glaciers, the Largest Repository of Fresh