Question

Which factors cause ocean water to become denser? Check all that apply.

an increase in energy
a decrease in energy
an increase in temperature
a decrease in temperature
an increase in salinity
a decrease in salinity

Answer 1

The factors that cause ocean water to become denser are:

- a decrease in temperature (cooler water is denser)
- an increase in salinity (saltier water is denser)

So the correct options would be:
- a decrease in temperature
- an increase in salinity