Water that is under 35% but over 15% salinity is called ________ water.
A) fresh
B) marsh
C) brackish
D) brine

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Brackish water is a mixture of saltwater and freshwater, with salinity levels between 0.5 and 30 parts per thousand (ppt). It is commonly found in estuaries, bays, and where freshwater rivers meet the sea. Water with salinity levels over 35% is considered brine, while freshwater has salinity levels below 0.5 ppt. Marsh water is not a commonly recognized term for a specific type of water.

Water That Is Under 35% but Over 15% Salinity Is