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SSC CHSL 2022 PYQ — Question 41

SSC CHSL - 3 June 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q41

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Identify the factor that does NOT affect the salinity of the ocean.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. The type of marine organisms found in the water bodies.

  • The factors affecting the salinity of ocean water are water salinity, temperature and density. 
  • While the salinity of ocean water surface layer is influenced by evaporation and percipitation, surface salinity in polar region is influenced by ice freezing and melting processes.
  • The wind also influences salinity by transporting water to other areas.
  • However, the type of marine organisms found in the water bodies is not a factor that affects the salinity of the ocean.