Ocean Floor Conditions, Features, and Waves

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What is the main component of seawater that contributes to its salinity?

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Sodium chloride (table salt) is the main component that contributes to the salinity of seawater.

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What is the continental shelf?

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The continental shelf is the shallow part of the ocean floor that is near land, where the ocean is less than 200 meters deep.

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What factors affect the density of ocean water?

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The density of ocean water is affected by temperature and salinity.

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What happens to the salinity of ocean water when seawater evaporates?

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When seawater evaporates, the salinity of the remaining water increases.

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What is the significance of the continental slope?

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The continental slope is the steeply sloping area that connects the continental shelf to the deep ocean floor.

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What are ocean waves?

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Ocean waves are energy traveling through water, caused by wind blowing across the surface of the ocean.

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How does temperature affect ocean water density?

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Colder water is denser than warmer water, which can affect ocean currents and marine life.

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What is the role of salinity in ocean water?

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Salinity affects the density of ocean water, which influences ocean circulation and marine ecosystems.

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What is the deep ocean floor?

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The deep ocean floor is the part of the ocean that is deeper than the continental slope, characterized by flat plains and underwater mountains.

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What is the process of upwelling?

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Upwelling is the process where deep, cold, nutrient-rich water rises to the surface, supporting marine life.