The Dead Sea Flashcards
1
Q
Why is the dead sea popular among tourists (1)
A
It has therapeutic effects (?wtf😂)
2
Q
Why is tge dead sea unique to other seas (1)
A
- it has 10x more salt than sea water
3
Q
What cause does the mineral difference in the dead sea have (1)
A
- it allows anyone to float because of its density is higher
4
Q
Discuss the mineral composition of the dead sea (6)
A
- it has vastly great salt concertrations of other salts
-concentrations of ions (g/L)
• chloride+bromide: 230,4
• magnesium: 45,9
• sodium: 36,6
• calcium: 17,6
• potassium: 7,8
5
Q
What % of the dead sea is sodium chloride (1)
A
12-18%
6
Q
Why is the dead sea’s mineral composition different (is
A
- varying in: •seasons •rainfall •depth •temperature
