oceanography review Flashcards
1
Q
what percent of seawater is dissolved salts?
A
3.5%
2
Q
what would cause a a higher salinity level in surface ocean water?
A
high rates of evaporation / low rates of precipitation
3
Q
what doesn’t add salt to seawater?
A
rivers flowing into the ocean
4
Q
how would a long-term ride in surface temperature have on the ocean?
A
polar ice would melt which would cause a rise in sea level