The Sun Shining on a Tidal Pool During a Hot

question 68

Multiple Choice

The sun shining on a tidal pool during a hot day heats the water. As some water evaporates, the pool becomes saltier, causing

• A) a decrease in its carbon dioxide content.
• B) a decrease in its oxygen content.
• C) an increase in its ability to sustain aerobic organisms.
• D) a decrease in the water's density.
• E) a decrease in the movement of the water molecules.

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Definitions:

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