The Ocean Can Be Divided into Several Vertical Layers-The Surface

question 93

Multiple Choice

The ocean can be divided into several vertical layers-the surface zone,a transition zone,and the deep zone.As one descends to lower depths,water pressure ________ and temperature ________.

• A)increases; decreases
• B)decreases; increases
• C)increases; increases
• D)decreases; decreases

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