User:Chemofwaterstudent28/Fresh water

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In spite of the scarcity of fresh water, 10% of all animals live in fresh water, and 40% of fish inhabit these same waters. In addition to the importance of this water for wildlife, humans are also dependent on fresh water. Some of the vital functions of fresh water include cultivating agriculture, transportation, and drinking. Oftentimes, fresh water is taken for granted, and the mismanagement of this resource has had grave consequences for the environment. Some regions in Africa, Asia, and Latin America experience major droughts. However, as depicted in the photograph below from Cookeville, Tennessee, some regions suffer from extreme flooding. From 1995-2005, flooding comprised over 50% of natural disasters.