Brine
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-004040
Water saturated or nearly saturated with dissolved salts, primarily sodium chloride, resulting in a high salinity. In atmospheric processes, brine can form in sea ice when salt is expelled from freezing water, creating pockets of highly concentrated saline solution. This concentrated solution has a lower freezing point than fresh water, influencing the physical properties of ice.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-004040 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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