Question

The following map was created using modern technology to determine the overall temperature of the

oceans. What can be concluded about the salinity of the areas near the equator? (2 points)
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The polar regions increase salinity because the water is frozen
The cooler waters decrease the salinity of the water near the equator,
Evaporation rates of warm water increase, which increases the salinity of water
Warmer waters cause evaporation to be slowed down, which decreases salinity of water,

Answer 1

Evaporation rates of warm water increase, which increases the salinity of water.

Step-by-step explanation:

Evaporation rates of warm water increase, which increases the salinity of water because the amount of water is decreases which automatically increases the salinity in water. This higher salinity can be balanced by the continuous falling of fresh water from rivers into the sea ocean. There is higher rate of evaporation in warm water due to intensity of sunlight which cause the change of state from liquid to vapor form of water.