WAEC Geography 2010 Question 27

Question 27

Oceans and Lakes

Which of the following has the highest level of salinity?

  1. A.Baltic sea
  2. B.Antarctic ocean
  3. C.Mediterranean sea
  4. D.Atlantic ocean
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Mediterranean sea)

Explanation

The Mediterranean is enclosed and loses much water by evaporation in its hot, dry summers, so it is very salty.