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The main source of usable water on the Earth is (1) Oceans (2) Rivers (3) Underground water (4) Precipitation

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answered Jan 13 by anonymous

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The main source of usable water on the Earth is (1) Oceans (2) Rivers (3) Underground water (4) Precipitation

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