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There's a lake that's twice as salty as the ocean

Lake Magadi in Kenya is a saline lake that's approximately 18 kilometers long and 6 kilometers wide. With a salinity level of around 39% (compared to the ocean's 3.5%), it's one of the most saline lakes in the world. The lake is a result of evaporation and mineral deposits, and its water is used for local industries such as soda ash production. The lake's unusual salinity makes it an interesting case study for geologists and scientists.