2-1 Unit Review Earth Science

Front

Is temperature important when talking about the physical properties of seawater?

Back

Yes

Front

Salinity does NOT matter when talking about the chemical properties of seawater.

Back

False

Front

What does water density depend on?

Back

Temperature and salinity

Front

What separates the layers of the ocean?

Back

Density

Front

Where does the transition zone start and end?

Back

200-1000 meters

Front

What causes deep ocean currents?

Back

Density differences

Front

What is the largest component of seawater? Options: Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride, Bromide

Back

Chloride

Front

What is the most common type of salt in seawater? Hint: It is the same kind used as table salt.

Back

Sodium Chloride

Front

Salinity is stable around the world.

Back

False

Front

In what direction(s) does temperature change?

Back

Latitude and depth