Of the following list, which water body contains the most solutes (highest concentration)?
A)Pacific Ocean
B)Lake Superior
C)Colorado River
D)High Plains-Ogallala aquifer

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The Pacific Ocean contains the most solutes with an average salinity of 35 parts per thousand (ppt) or 3.5% salt concentration. This is because it is the largest and deepest ocean basin and receives a lot of dissolved solids from the surrounding continents and volcanic activity. Lake Superior, Colorado River, and High Plains-Ogallala aquifer all have lower concentrations of solutes compared to the Pacific Ocean.

Of the Following List, Which Water Body Contains the Most