Explanation – The Red Sea has some of the highest salinity levels among the world’s oceans and seas due to its geographical location, climate, and limited connection to other bodies of water. The high evaporation rates in the region, coupled with the restricted exchange of water with the Indian Ocean through the narrow Bab-el-Mandeb strait, contribute to the elevated salinity levels in the Red Sea. These factors lead to a higher concentration of dissolved salts, making the Red Sea one of the saltiest bodies of water on Earth.

Source: Forum IAS