Is Seawater a Mineral? (Why Not?)

Is Seawater a Mineral? (Why Not?)

Seawater refers to the water that constitutes the oceans and seas, covering more than 70% of the Earth’s surface. It is a complex mixture containing 96.5% water, 2.5% salts, and a small percentage of other substances (dissolved organic and inorganic materials, atmospheric gases, etc.). Have you ever wondered if seawater is a mineral? In this…

Southern Ocean: Climate, Islands, Depth, Location, Currents

Southern Ocean: Climate, Islands, Depth, Location, Currents

The Southern Ocean is the newest ocean recognized by the United States Board on Geographic Names. The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) created the Ocean as the fifth ocean ranking as the fourth largest ocean in the world representing fifteen percent of the earth’s water. The ocean is believed to form after the separation of South…