Earth Estimated To Have Six Quintillion Gallons Of Groundwater
- 9 years ago
In a new study, researchers have mapped the amount and locations of Earth’s groundwater which they found totals about six quintillion gallons; the concern is that the fraction that is usable by humans is not being replenished at a fast enough rate to compensate for the losses.
A new, detailed map of the Earth’s groundwater reveals the location and quantity of water under the planet’s surface.
According to the study, an estimated total of six quintillion gallons of groundwater is stored within the cracks and crevices of the top 1.2 miles of the planet.
Most surprising to the researchers, however, is that only six percent o
A new, detailed map of the Earth’s groundwater reveals the location and quantity of water under the planet’s surface.
According to the study, an estimated total of six quintillion gallons of groundwater is stored within the cracks and crevices of the top 1.2 miles of the planet.
Most surprising to the researchers, however, is that only six percent o