Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The density of water will ________ with the increase of its salinity.

• A. decrease
• B. increase
• C. remain the same
• D. not change

Answer 1

The correct option is B increase

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> When the salinity of the water increases, it indicates higher concentration of salt in the water. This results in higher mass for the same volume and a higher density. Density of the water is mainly controlled by its temperature and the salinity.