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Three water bodies were tested for salinity of water. Water body `X` showed salt concentration as 3 parts per thousand `Y` showed 35 parts per thousand and `Z` showed 110 parts per thousand salinity.

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`X` can be a lagoon

B

`Y` can be a sea

C

`Z` ca be an inland river

D

None of these

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To solve the question regarding the salinity of three water bodies (X, Y, and Z), we will analyze the salt concentrations and classify each water body based on its salinity. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Salinity**: Salinity is a measure of the concentration of salts in water, typically expressed in parts per thousand (ppt). 2. **Analyzing Water Body X**: - Water body X has a salt concentration of 3 parts per thousand. - Since this concentration is less than 5 parts per thousand, it is classified as **inland water**. 3. **Analyzing Water Body Y**: - Water body Y has a salt concentration of 35 parts per thousand. - This concentration falls within the range of 30 to 35 parts per thousand, which is characteristic of **sea water**. 4. **Analyzing Water Body Z**: - Water body Z has a salt concentration of 110 parts per thousand. - Since this concentration is greater than 100 parts per thousand, it is classified as a **hypersaline lagoon**. 5. **Conclusion**: - Water body X is inland water. - Water body Y is sea water. - Water body Z is a hypersaline lagoon. ### Final Classification: - **X**: Inland Water - **Y**: Sea Water - **Z**: Hypersaline Lagoon
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