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SSC CHSL 2022 PYQ — Question 46

SSC CHSL - 3 June 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q46

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What happens to the salinity at the surface of the ocean?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Increases by the loss of water to ice or evaporation.

  • The salinity at the surface of the ocean increases by the loss of water to ice or evaporation.
  • In sea water, there is typically close to 35 grams of dissolved salts in each litre.
  • The normal range of ocean salinity ranges between 35-37 grams per litre (33%-37%).