Areas with heavy freshwater runoff and low evaporation will have
A)higher than average salinity.
B)lower than average salinity.
C)average salinity.
D)salinity two times higher than normal.
E)no variations in salinity since values are constant.

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Heavy freshwater runoff will dilute the salt concentration in an area, resulting in lower than average salinity. Low evaporation means that there is not a lot of water leaving the area, so the dilution can remain constant.

Areas with Heavy Freshwater Runoff and Low Evaporation Will Have