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Saltwater Lake

Saltwater Lake is a body of water with a high concentration of dissolved salts, making it much more saline than freshwater lakes. These lakes often form in arid regions where water evaporates quickly, leaving salts behind. The high salt content prevents most aquatic life from thriving, creating a unique environment. Examples include the Dead Sea and the Great Salt Lake. Saltwater Lakes are important for scientific study, mineral extraction, and as unique ecosystems, although their extreme salinity influences the types of organisms that can live there.