Many lakes in the Eastern Mediterranean have no river outlets to the ocean. As a result, what levels of mineral content and salinity do they usually have?

Question

A.
high levels of minerals and low salinity
B.
low levels of minerals and high salinity
C.
low levels of both minerals and salinity
D.
high levels of both minerals and salinity

Answer 1

The correct answer is D. high levels of both minerals and salinity.

Lakes in the Eastern Mediterranean that have no river outlets tend to accumulate minerals and salts over time, leading to higher salinity and mineral content. Without the inflow of fresh water to dilute these substances or the outflow to carry them away, the concentration increases.