In regard to ocean salinity, temperature, and density:
A. high evaporation in subtropical waters decreases salinity and increases density
B. ice formation in polar zones decreases salinity and density
C. ice formation in polar zones increases salinity and density
D. heavy tropical rainfall increases salinity and decreases density
Answer: C
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