A sample of Arctic seawater cools rapidly during winter; which consequence is most likely regarding dissolved oxygen?

💡 Explanation

Colder water holds more dissolved gases because a decrease in temperature reduces the kinetic energy of gas molecules, increasing their ability to dissolve in water. Therefore, oxygen solubility increases dramatically, rather than staying constant or decreasing.

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