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Ocean Density and Its Correlation with Ocean Temperature and Salinity

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The density of water will ________ with the increase of its salinity.

A

decrease

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increase

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remain the same

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not change

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Solution

The correct option is B increase
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.

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