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The water that is safe to drink is calle...

The water that is safe to drink is called

A

fresh water

B

potable water

C

distilled water

D

tap water

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The correct Answer is:
B
The water that is safe to drink and to use for food preparation is called Potable Water. According to World Health Organisation, about 9% of the world.s population do not have access to safe drinking water.
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