What percent of Earth surface area is covered with water? [#835]

About 71 percent of the Earth's surface is water-covered, and the oceans hold about 96.5 percent of all Earth's water.

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About 71 percent of the Earth's surface is water-covered, and the oceans hold about 96.5 percent of all Earth's water.

The blue whale is the largest mammal on Earth, with some individuals reaching lengths of up to 33 meters (108 feet) and weighing up to 180 metric tons (200 tons).

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The blue whale is the largest mammal on Earth, with some individuals reaching lengths of up to 33 meters (108 feet) and weighing up to 180 metric tons (200 tons).

According to the Matsya Purana, sage Manu was the first man (and the first human) created by God. Manu was the son of Prajapati (another name of Brahma) and Shatrupa (another name of Saraswati). God created Ananti as the wife of Manu. The rest of the human race originated from Manu and Ananti.

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According to the Matsya Purana, sage Manu was the first man (and the first human) created by God. Manu was the son of Prajapati (another name of Brahma) and Shatrupa (another name of Saraswati). God created Ananti as the wife of Manu. The rest of the human race originated from Manu and Ananti.

King Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur

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King Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur

According to available information, significant bank erosion in Majuli, Assam, began after the major earthquake of 1950. This earthquake caused substantial changes in the Brahmaputra riverbed, leading to increased erosion of the island's banks.

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According to available information, significant bank erosion in Majuli, Assam, began after the major earthquake of 1950. This earthquake caused substantial changes in the Brahmaputra riverbed, leading to increased erosion of the island's banks.

Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient plants, animals, and microorganisms. They provide valuable information about the history of life on Earth, including evolution, extinction, and environmental changes.

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Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient plants, animals, and microorganisms. They provide valuable information about the history of life on Earth, including evolution, extinction, and environmental changes.

29%

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29%

Assam covers 2.4% of India's total geographical area. Assam is the second largest state in northeastern India by area and the largest in terms of population.

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Assam covers 2.4% of India's total geographical area. Assam is the second largest state in northeastern India by area and the largest in terms of population.

Simhavishnu was a significant king of the Pallava dynasty, reigning in South India during the late 6th century CE (approximately 575-600 CE). He is widely credited with the revival and expansion of the Pallava power, establishing their dominance in the region and laying the foundation for what is often referred to as the "Greater Pallavas." His title "Avanisimha," meaning "Lion of the Earth," signifies his military prowess and his role in consolidating the Pallava kingdom by defeating various contemporary powers like the Kalabhras and extending his rule south of Kanchipuram up to the Kaveri River. He was also a patron of arts and literature, and his reign marked the beginning of a significant period in Pallava history.

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Simhavishnu was a significant king of the Pallava dynasty, reigning in South India during the late 6th century CE (approximately 575-600 CE). He is widely credited with the revival and expansion of the Pallava power, establishing their dominance in the region and laying the foundation for what is often referred to as the "Greater Pallavas." His title "Avanisimha," meaning "Lion of the Earth," signifies his military prowess and his role in consolidating the Pallava kingdom by defeating various contemporary powers like the Kalabhras and extending his rule south of Kanchipuram up to the Kaveri River. He was also a patron of arts and literature, and his reign marked the beginning of a significant period in Pallava history.

Plate tectonics is the theory that the Earth's outer layer is divided into large plates that move relative to each other, creating and destroying landforms, oceans, and continents over millions of years.

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Plate tectonics is the theory that the Earth's outer layer is divided into large plates that move relative to each other, creating and destroying landforms, oceans, and continents over millions of years.