suolavedet

Suolavedet is a term used in Finland to refer to the brackish water found in the Baltic Sea. This water has a lower salinity than typical seawater due to the significant freshwater inflow from rivers and limited exchange with the more saline Atlantic Ocean. The salinity of suolavedet varies across the Baltic Sea, generally being lower in the northern parts and higher in the western and southern areas closer to the Danish straits. This unique salinity level influences the types of marine life that can inhabit these waters, with species adapted to brackish conditions being prevalent. The term is primarily used in a Finnish context and reflects the specific hydrological characteristics of the Baltic Sea as experienced by Finland. Understanding suolavedet is important for ecological studies and for industries that utilize or are affected by the coastal waters, such as fishing and shipping.