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Mono Lake formed naturally about 760,000 years ago. It is considered to be a saline soda lake and contains very high levels of salt. It is 13 miles long and 9.3 miles wide. It has an average depth of 57 feet.

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Why are you able to see the tufa towers when they were originally formed underwater what does this mean about salintity of mono lake?

Tufa towers at Mono Lake are visible today because the lake's water levels have significantly decreased since their formation, exposing these structures that were originally formed underwater due to the interaction of freshwater springs and alkaline lake water. This means that Mono Lake has a high salinity and alkalinity, which contribute to the precipitation of calcium carbonate and the growth of tufa formations. The decrease in water levels reveals these towers, indicating changes in the lake's hydrology and salinity over time.


What is the major issue concerning the well being of the mono lake?

The water level of Mono Lake is rising.


Can you swim in mono lake?

Yes you can swim at Mono Lake. It is said to be an experience not to be missed. Here are two websites about Mono Lake and swimming at Mono Lake. http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=514 http:/www.thesierraweb.com/monolake/swim.cfm


What actors and actresses appeared in Mono Lake - 2004?

The cast of Mono Lake - 2004 includes: Michael Heizer as himself


If fredh water flows into mono lake why is the lake salty?

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What are the release dates for Mono Lake - 2004?

Mono Lake - 2004 was released on: USA: 11 September 2004 (Los Angeles, California)


What is the elevation of the Mono Lake?

6382 ft.


Is there fresh water at Mono Lake?

no because it is a lake and only fish live there


How did the Mono Lake problem arise?

In 1941 Los Angeles began diverting water from Mono lake to meet the needs of its growing population. The consequence of diverting water from Mono Lake was that by 1982 the level of the lake had dropped 45 feet and lost half of its volume.


What are the release dates for Chasing the Night Mono Lake - 2013?

Chasing the Night Mono Lake - 2013 was released on: USA: 31 July 2013 (internet)


What does the water that flows into mono lake come from?

The water that flows into Mono Lake primarily comes from the eastern Sierra Nevada mountains, where it collects as snowmelt and rainwater. Streams and rivers, such as the Mono Basin’s Lee Vining Creek and the Tioga Pass area, channel this water into the lake. Because Mono Lake is a terminal lake, it has no outlet, causing it to become increasingly saline as water evaporates. This unique hydrology contributes to the lake's high salinity and alkalinity, supporting its distinctive ecosystem.


Where is Mono Lake?

Mono Lake is in California on the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The small town of Walker is not to far from it but the largest towns closest to it would would be Bishop and Carson City. It is in Mono county.