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Earth's Oceans

Question 10 • SC332 Environmental Science B

Ocean water is most saline

Answer
A
where rivers empty into the ocean.
B
in dense seawater.
C
near coastal areas with high rainfall.
D
in icebergs.

Explanation

Salinity is highest where seawater has a high concentration of dissolved salts. Dense seawater is generally saltier because evaporation or the formation of sea ice can remove water while leaving most of the salt behind. River water and heavy rainfall dilute ocean water, and icebergs are mostly fresh water.

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