IX. Read the passage and complete each sentence with no more than TWO words and / or a number
taken from the passage.
The Dead Sea
Located in the Syrian-African Rift Valley between Jordan and Israel, the Dead Sea is the lowest point on
Earth. Because of its location and the fact that it has no outlets, the Dead Sea is also one of the saltiest
bodies of water on the planet. The salt concentration here is around 34%. This high concentration gives the
Dead Sea mud rich minerals, which is good to treat some skin problems, but at the same time, prevents all
forms of life except bacteria in the lake.
The Dead Sea's fascinating characteristics, despite the dangers, make it an amazing place to visit. However,
the lake has been shrinking fast. Today, Jordan's need for water has caused the Jordan River which feeds
the Sea to be diverted for irrigation. This diversion affected the Sea so dramatically that the water level fell
22 metres between 1970 and 2006. As the water level continues to fall, both Israel and Jordan are trying to
find ways to save this natural wonder. One such project plans to desalinate and add large quantities of brine
to the lake. This is not simple, as adding any chemical substances to the lake would have unknown
consequences.
1. The Dead Sea is located in a lower position than any other places
2.
3. Only
of the Dead Sea water is salt.
can live in the Dead Sea.
4. The water level of the Dead Sea keeps decreasing because of the
of the Jordan River.
5. In their joint project, Jordan and Israel try to remove salt from the lake water and add much
to the lake.
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