1. It is the only sea without a land boundary.
2. The Sargasso Sea records the lowest salinity in the Atlantic Ocean.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Evaluating Sargasso Sea Statements
We need to assess the correctness of two statements about the Sargasso Sea.
Statement 1: Only Sea Without Land Boundary
The Sargasso Sea is unique because it is the only sea defined entirely by ocean currents, specifically the North Atlantic Gyre, rather than by land boundaries. Therefore, this statement is correct.
Statement 2: Lowest Salinity in Atlantic Ocean
The Sargasso Sea is known for having relatively high salinity compared to surrounding Atlantic waters. This is due to high evaporation rates and limited freshwater input. Areas with the lowest salinity in the Atlantic are typically found closer to river mouths or in colder, northern regions. Thus, this statement is incorrect.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis:
- Statement 1 is correct.
- Statement 2 is incorrect.
Therefore, only statement 1 is correct.
Similar Questions
- Consider the following statements regarding ocean currents :
1. Difference in water density is the main cause for the formation of ocean currents.
2. Density of water depends on temperature, salinity and pressure.
3. As a rule, ocean waters move from areas of higher density to areas of lower density as a current.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? Match List-I with List-II and select the answer using the codes given below the Lists :
List-I
(Type of Tide)
List-II
(Characteristic)
A. Spring Tides 1. Low tides caused when the Sun, Earth and Moon are in the position of quadrature B. Neap Tides 2. Occur when the Moon is the farthest from the Earth C. Apogean Tides 3. Tides recurring at an interval of six months D. Equinoctial Spring Tides 4. Very high tides caused when the Sun, Moon and Earth are almost in the same line
Codes :- Amsterdam-St. Paul Plateau is located in which one of the following oceanic regions?
Important Questions from Oceanography
Which of the following oceans' deepest point is Java Trench?
Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding 'Spring tides'?
Labrador Sea and Mediterranean Sea are part of the:
Which of the following sea ports is NOT located in the Indian Ocean?
Which of the following does NOT refer to movements in the oceans?
