What is salinity?
Editing Passage: Hypersaline

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Salinity is the concentration of dissolved salts in water, typically measured in parts per thousand (ppt).
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What is hypersaline water?
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Hypersaline water has a salinity level significantly higher than that of normal seawater, often exceeding 35 ppt.
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What effect does high salinity have on aquatic life?
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High salinity can lead to osmotic stress in aquatic organisms, making it difficult for them to regulate their internal water balance.
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What is the primary salt found in seawater?
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The primary salt found in seawater is sodium chloride (NaCl).
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How does evaporation affect salinity levels?
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Evaporation removes water from a body of water, increasing the concentration of salts and thus raising salinity levels.
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What is the relationship between rainfall and salinity in ocean areas?
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Areas of the ocean that receive abundant rainfall tend to have lower salinity due to the dilution of salts.
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What is the significance of the term 'originating' in scientific writing?
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'Originating' refers to the source or beginning of something, often used to describe where a phenomenon or substance comes from.
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