Quick Facts About The Dead Sea
* Also known as Salt Sea, Asphalt Sea, the Sea of the Plain and the Eastern Sea.
* It is the saltiest lake in the world. The salt content is 5 times that of the oceans.
* Nothing sinks in the Dead Sea.
* It is the lowest point on earth at 417 meters (1,373 feet) below sea level.
* It is surrounded by Israel, Jordan and the West Bank.
* The Dead Sea has been receding as the rate of evaporation surpasses the replenishment of water from the Jordan River.
* Dead Sea salts (or minerals) consist of calcium, potassium, magnesium, sodium and iron, sulphur, phosphorus and chlorine.
* Dead Sea salts are known to have a rejuvenating and revitalizing effect on skin which makes them popular ingredients in skin care products.
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