AICE Marine Science Unit 1 Water (Brown)

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What is salinity?

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The measurement of salinity is the amount of salt in the water.

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What is a substance with a pH of 6 called?

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A substance with a pH of 6 is called an Acid.

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How do conditions change as the depth of the ocean water increases?

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As the depth of the ocean water increases, temperature decreases and pressure increases.

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What does Thermo and Haline mean?

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Thermo = temperature and Haline = salt.

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What happens to freshwater compared to saltwater in terms of density?

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The more dense saltwater will sink and the less dense freshwater will float.

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What is the definition of pH?

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pH is a scale used to specify the acidity or basicity of an aqueous solution.

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What is the relationship between temperature and gas solubility in water?

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As temperature increases, the solubility of gases in water decreases.

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What is the primary cause of ocean currents?

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Ocean currents are primarily caused by wind, the Earth's rotation, and differences in water density.

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What is the role of phytoplankton in marine ecosystems?

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Phytoplankton are primary producers that convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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What is the significance of the thermocline in the ocean?

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The thermocline is a layer in the ocean where temperature changes rapidly with depth.