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Click here to search for other assets Importance of Salinity Grade level: 5-8 Theme: ocean circulation Video: salinity_importance.flv The salt in the ocean affects its density, just like the temperature affects its density. And the density, meaning the amount of mass per volume, is going to then impact how the ocean circulates, it's going to impact where the water goes as it circulates throughout the globe. Student Outcomes After viewing this video, students should be able to: Explain the effect of density on ocean circulation. (O: 5-8) Explain the effect of solar energy heat on ocean circulation. (O: 5-8) Key: C = climate / O = ocean circulation / T = 21st century technology / W = water cycle |