Seawater Quiz

How does the Flood model explain the impact of the Flood on geological formations?

• It suggests no impact on geological formations.

• It suggests significant changes to geological formations.

• It suggests minimal changes to geological formations.

• It suggests changes were unrelated to the Flood.

Where do the oceans get minerals and water?

• From daily rainfall

• Daily from rivers

• From melting glaciers

• From ocean currents

What happens to the ocean if minerals continuously build up due to evaporation?

• It becomes less salty.

• It becomes saltier.

• It remains the same.

• It becomes fresher.

In which bodies of water does mineral buildup due to evaporation commonly occur?

• Rivers with outlets

• Oceans with currents

• Bodies of water with no outlet

• Lakes with inflow and outflow

What is a consequence of evaporation in bodies of water with no outlet?

• Decreased mineral content

• Increased salinity

• Constant water level

• Decreased salinity

Which of the following is true about temperature distribution on Earth?

• It is warmer by the poles

• It is warmer by the equator

• It is the same everywhere

• It is warmer in the oceans

What is the initial effect of winter on surface temperature?

• It becomes extremely hot.

• It approaches freezing.

• It remains unchanged.

• It becomes boiling.

What is the most difficult factor to deal with when exploring the ocean?

• Temperature

• Pressure

• Salinity

• Currents

Which factor is most responsible for the variation in ocean temperatures?

• Sunlight exposure

• Wind patterns

• Salinity levels

• Ocean currents

How does the presence of salt in the ocean affect its freezing point?

• Raises the freezing point

• Makes it boil at a lower temperature

• Lowers the freezing point

• Has no effect