Re: Paper#1a
The importance of water Introduction Water is one of the most important substances that ensure the survival of plants and animals on earth. Water occupies most of the earth’s surface, approximately 70% (Spoolman 140). However, most of the water on the earth’s surface is normally salty and only a little percentage of freshwater is suitable for human consumption. Salty water is normally found in the oceans and seas. Figure 1, below provides an image of the Mediterranean Sea. Figure 1: Mediterranean Sea (Google Images) Rivers are mostly comprised of freshwater. For example the Seine ...