Salinitas
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NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
The concentration level of “dissolved salts” in a body of water, such as seawater, lakes, or rivers, expressed in units of per mille (‰) or parts per thousand.
Synonyms & Variants
kadar garam
A common equivalent in standard Indonesian that is more accessible to the general public compared to the technical term `salinitas`.
halinitas
Used in modern oceanography as a more precise term, derived from English `halinity`, emphasizing mass-based measurement.
keasinan
More descriptive and qualitative in nature, used in everyday conversational contexts rather than in scientific measurement.
konsentrasi mineral
A broader term encompassing various minerals beyond sodium chloride, used in water chemistry and hydrology contexts.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word salinitas is borrowed from the Latin salinitas, rooted in sal meaning “salt”. It entered the Indonesian language through scientific channels, most likely via Dutch saliniteit or English salinity, concurrent with the development of oceanography and limnology in Indonesia during the 20th century. In the context of marine science and environmental studies, salinity is a critical parameter influencing the distribution of aquatic organisms, ocean currents, and the balance of coastal ecosystems. It is measured using instruments such as a salinometer or refractometer.
Real-world Usage
Salinitas air laut di perairan tropis umumnya berkisar antara 33 hingga 37 permil.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.