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The correct option for the statement “A factor that increases ocean salinity is”.
Answer to Problem 6RAT
The correct option for the statement “A factor that increases ocean salinity is” is option (b).
Explanation of Solution
The water of the oceans contains complex solutions of dissolved gases, minerals and other biological materials. Mainly it contains a few chemical elements and compounds abundantly, that is- chlorine, potassium, calcium, magnesium and sulfates. And the combination of these elements makes the sea salty.
The salinity of the oceans can be defined as the amount of salt dissolved in 1000 gm of seawater. Salinity can vary from one location to another location and depends on the factor of freshwater that comes into the ocean.
When the sea ice formed in the ocean, then only the salt gets left behind in the seawater so the salinity of the increases with sea ice formation.
Conclusion:
Therefore, the correct option for the statement “A factor that increases ocean salinity is” is option (b).
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