Is the Gulf of Mexico freshwater or saltwater?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the classification of water in the Gulf of Mexico, specifically whether it is freshwater or saltwater. The Gulf of Mexico is known for its saline water, influenced by ocean currents and the mixing with freshwater from rivers.
Answer
Saltwater
The Gulf of Mexico is saltwater.
Answer for screen readers
The Gulf of Mexico is saltwater.
More Information
The Gulf of Mexico is a marginal sea of the Atlantic Ocean. It is bordered almost entirely by land and is characterized by its saline waters.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing estuaries and salt marshes along the Gulf's edge with the actual Gulf, which is predominantly saltwater.
Sources
- Gulf of Mexico - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Is the Gulf of Mexico considered an ocean? - Quora - quora.com
- The Gulf of Mexico: An Overview - The Oceanography Society - tos.org
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