Which of the following occurs when the ocean's salinity increases?

a. density increases.

b. density decreases.

c. temperature increases.

d. temperature decreases.

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Jessie Blevins

13 May, 18:19

Which of the following occurs when the ocean's salinity increases?

a. density increases.

b. density decreases.

c. temperature increases.

d. temperature decreases.

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Damion Pace · Answer 1

When salinity increases the amount of salt ions will have increased, therefore providing more mass per unit volume increasing the density of the water.

Which of the following occurs when the ocean's salinity increases?a. density increases.b. density decreases.c. temperature increases.d. temperature decreases.

Which of the following occurs when the ocean's salinity increases?

a. density increases.

b. density decreases.

c. temperature increases.

d. temperature decreases.