oceanography review Flashcards

1
Q

what percent of seawater is dissolved salts?

A

3.5%

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2
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what would cause a a higher salinity level in surface ocean water?

A

high rates of evaporation / low rates of precipitation

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3
Q

what doesn’t add salt to seawater?

A

rivers flowing into the ocean

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4
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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

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