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Discuss the formation and characteristics of Earth's hydrosphere, including the origin of Earth's water and its distribution across the planet.
Discuss the formation and characteristics of Earth's hydrosphere, including the origin of Earth's water and its distribution across the planet.
Earth’s water originated from volcanic outgassing and comet impacts during its early history. The hydrosphere includes oceans, lakes, rivers, glaciers, and groundwater, covering approximately 71% of Earth’s surface.