Layering in the Ocean Occurs Because

question 49

Multiple Choice

Layering in the ocean occurs because

• A) surface processes form water layers of differing combinations of salinity and temperature.
• B) processes at depth add and subtract salt and heat.
• C) atmospheric processes control conditions at the surface.
• D) All of these are correct.
• E) surface processes form water layers of differing combinations of salinity and temperature and atmospheric processes control conditions at the surface.