Is this Ethiopian pond the saltiest water body on Earth?
Explore the extreme chemistry of Gaet’ale, a newly discovered hypersaline pond in Ethiopia's Danakil Depression. This video, featuring Professor Sir Martyn Poliakoff, examines a site that has set a new record for salinity.
The video investigates the chemical composition of Gaet’ale, a recently identified lake or pond located within the Danakil Depression in Ethiopia. Research by Eduardo Pérez and Yonas Chebude suggests that this body of water holds the title for the highest salinity found on the planet.
By analyzing the unique environment of this hypersaline pond, the presentation highlights how such extreme conditions create a new benchmark for saline water bodies globally.
Source: World's Saltiest Water - Periodic Table of Videos
