Mark ‘T’ if the statement is true and ‘F’ if it is false:
(a) The freshwater stored in the ground is much more than that present in the rivers and lakes of the world. (T/F)
(b) Water shortage is a problem faced only by people living in rural areas. (T/F)
(c) Water from rivers is the only source for irrigation in the fields. (T/F)
(d) Rain is the ultimate source of water. (T/F)


(a) T

(b) F

Water shortage is a problem faced by people living all over the world.

(c) F

Water from rivers is not the only source of water for irrigation. There are various sources of water which include dams and other man-made facilities.

(d) T

[Extra information: Water is a colourless, odourless, tasteless liquid. It comprises 70% of the earth's surface. Hydrosphere is the total amount of water present on a planet. Water resources are natural resources of water that are potentially useful. It is important because it is needed for life to exist. It makes up about 70 percent of our body content. Uses of water include agricultural, industrial, household, recreational and environmental activities. All living things require water to grow.  Water is important for all living beings. Water can dissolve a large number of substances, so it is needed by the body. It is also a major part of our body cells. The freshwater stored in the ground is much more than that present in the rivers and lakes of the world. 

Water Scarcity: Only underground water is suitable for drinking purposes. Hence, there is a shortage of water as the population is increasing day by day. ]

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