Question 1

What is salinity measured in?

Accepted Answer

Parts per thousand (ppt), practical salinity units (PSU), or g/L. Seawater is about 35 ppt.

Question 2

What is the difference between ppt and PSU?

Accepted Answer

Practically equivalent for seawater. PSU is based on conductivity; ppt is based on mass.

Question 3

Is this conversion mathematically exact?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this converter uses precise conversion factors based on international standards. Results are accurate to the displayed precision.

Question 4

Can I use this for professional applications?

Accepted Answer

This converter is suitable for educational and general purposes. For critical professional applications, always verify with authoritative sources.

Salinity Converter

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