Question

A freshwater stream flows into the ocean. Which statement correctly describes how the stream affects the salinity of the ocean?

1) Salinity increases because the stream adds salt to the ocean.

2) Salinity decreases because the stream adds freshwater to the ocean.

3) Salinity increases because the stream adds freshwater to the ocean.

4) Salinity remains the same because the steam adds freshwater to the ocean.

Answer 1

I believe the correct answer from the choices listed above is the second option. The stream affects the salinity of the ocean by decreasing it because the stream adds freshwater to the ocean. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.

Answer 2

The second option is correct