Gas Solubility in Seawater Quiz

What role does turbulence play in the solubility of gases in seawater?

• It decreases solubility.

• It maintains equilibrium.

• It has no effect.

• It removes gases.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Why is carbon dioxide very soluble in seawater?

• It forms carbonic acid.

• It is a strong acid.

• It does not react with water.

• It is insoluble.

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What effect does adding salt to carbonated drinks have on gas molecules?

• It increases the solubility of gases.

• It decreases the solubility of gases.

• It releases gas molecules quickly.

• It has no effect on gas molecules.

Why are gases more soluble in water with lower salinity?

• There are more solutes in the water.

• There is more space between water molecules.

• The water is warmer.

• The water is colder.

What is the term used when the dissolved oxygen concentration exceeds normal levels?

• Saturation.

• Supersaturation.

• Desaturation.

• Hypersaturation.

What are the major factors that increase the amount of dissolved oxygen to supersaturation levels?

• Temperature and salinity.

• Motion of water and photosynthesis.

• Pressure and depth.

• Latitude and temperature.

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What happens to dissolved oxygen during respiration by organisms?

• It increases.

• It decreases.

• It remains constant.

• It fluctuates.

What is the primary requirement for respiration in marine environments?

• High salinity.

• High temperature.

• Dissolved oxygen.

• Low pressure.

What is the effect of pressure on the solubility of oxygen?

• It decreases solubility.

• It increases solubility.

• It has no effect.

• It fluctuates solubility.

Why do organisms below the oxygen minimum layer have less need for oxygen?

• They are more active

• They have abundant food resources

• They have very few food resources

• They are larger in size

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