15+ Interesting Dead Sea Facts You Did Not Know [with Quiz]

When it comes to knowing the most interesting Dead Sea facts, first and foremost, one should know that it is a hypersaline lake boarded by Israel on the Southern West Bank and Jordan, from the Eastern shore. It is 8.6 times saltier than the average ocean. As a result, it has got attention all around the world due to its extreme salinity which created a unique ecosystem within itself. It is one of the most unique water bodies on the planet Earth accounting for its geographical and religious history. So, in this article, let us know some amazing facts about the Dead Sea to improve our general knowledge.

Dead Sea Facts – Why is It so Special?

The Dead Sea, a hypersaline lake located in the Middle East has many facts about it that we don’t know but once you get to know about it and its benefits you will be amazed. Let’s get started – 

1. The Dead Sea is the fourth salties body on the Earth.
2. The Dead Sea is the world’s deepest Hypersaline Lake.
3. You can see spectacular salt formations around it.
4. It is a powerhouse of minerals.
5. There is no marine life in this sea.
6. Whoever enters it starts to float on the surface.
7. High salinity means no life which gave it the name Dead Sea.
8. The Dead Sea is popular among tourists due to the atmosphere there which has low dust in the air and the sea has 26 beneficial minerals.
9. The Dead Sea has its name in the seven wonders of the world.
10. The Dead Sea links Asia and Africa continent. 

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10 Amazing Facts about the Dead Sea

Do you know the density of this Dead Sea water? or How it was made millions of years ago? To get the answers to these questions read the facts mentioned below –  

1. In the entire world, the Dead Sea is the lowest place.
2. On the Earth, it is the biggest spa.
3. The Dead Sea is popular for a mud bath.
4. Gradually the Dead Sea is dying.
5. Its water has a density of 1.240kg/l.
6. There is therapeutic mud on the shores of the Dead Sea which is rich in minerals, including magnesium, potassium and sodium chloride.
7. It is 15 kilometres wide at its widest point and 50 kilometres long.
8. Millions of years ago the Earth’s tectonic plates shifted and created a rift valley and then the Dead Sea was created.
9. Depending upon the timing of the day the colour of its water can appear blue, green and even gray.
10. In 1947 a group of Bedouin shepherds discovered a hidden cave near the Dead Sea that contained ancient manuscripts known as the Dead Sea Scrolls.

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Lesser Known Facts about the Dead Sea

Do you know the historical significance of the Dead Sea ? or do you want to know the names of the kingdoms which this sea used to separate? Let’s travel back to its history and learn the answers to these questions by reading the facts mentioned below –

1. The Dead Sea is mentioned in the Bible several times and has been a place of religious significance for centuries.
2. In ancient times, the Dead Sea served as a natural barrier between the kingdoms of Edom and Israel.
3. The Dead Sea has distinct layers of water that don’t mix. The top layer is rich in salts, while the bottom layer is saturated with minerals.
4. The area around the Dead Sea has an unusually high oxygen level.
5. It is shrinking due to factors such as water diversion and climate change.

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Dead Sea Fun Facts for Kids

Besides historical and interesting facts about the Dead Sea this sea also has some cool facts and to know all these cool facts to impress others with your knowledge read the facts listed below –

1. Despite its name Dead Sea is not a sea it’s a lake.
2. The Dead Sea has no river or stream going out of it.
3. The Dead Sea has an extra layer of atmosphere because it is the lowest point on Earth which also means less UV rays.
4. In ancient times people harvested asphalt from the Dead Sea which was used by Egyptians in mummification and by other cultures for waterproofing boats and creating bricks. 

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Trivia Quiz – Dead Sea Facts

Question 1: What is the approximate salinity of the Dead Sea compared to the ocean?

A) Half as salty

B) Twice as salty

C) Ten times as salty

D) One hundred times as salty

Question 2: Why is the Dead Sea called “dead”?

A) It has no living creatures due to its high salt content.

B) It is located in a desert region.

C) It is a very old body of water.

D) It is surrounded by dead trees.

Question 3: Where is the Dead Sea located?

A) North Africa

B) South America

C) Europe

D) Asia

Question 4: What is a unique feature of the Dead Sea that allows people to float easily?

A) Its high temperature

B) Its low elevation

C) Its high density

D) Its deep waters

Question 5: What is the main source of water for the Dead Sea?

A) The Nile River

B) The Jordan River

C) The Euphrates River

D) The Tigris River

Answers

1. C) Ten times as salty

2. A) It has no living creatures due to its high salt content.

3. D) Asia

4. C) Its high density

5. B) The Jordan River

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