The Oceans - Chapter 1: Resources from Seawater Flashcards
1
Q
To obtain pure sodium chloride for human consumption, a series of ____ ____ is used.
A
evaporating ponds
2
Q
How much of the world’s salt is produced through the evaporating pond system?
A
30 percent
3
Q
A resource derived from salt water is ironically ___ water
A
fresh
4
Q
What is the process that involves the removal of salts and other chemicals from seawater
A
desalination
5
Q
What is a drawback of the desalination process?
A
The cost
