Does dirty water freeze slower?


Does dirty water freeze slower? Plain, or pure water will freeze quicker and at a higher temperature than dirty water which has in addition do sediment which gives the dirty appearance and electrolytes with goes along with being dirty. Dissolved electrolytes, example table salt, increases the minimum freezing point.


Why is the ocean blue?

The ocean is blue because water absorbs colors in the red part of the light spectrum. Like a filter, this leaves behind colors in the blue part of the light spectrum for us to see. The ocean may also take on green, red, or other hues as light bounces off of floating sediments and particles in the water.