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SO00

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Water that is denser than surrounding water sinks. With respect to the densities of deeper water, how far does it sink?
 
  A) until it encounters water of the same density
  B) until it encounters water that is less dense
  C) until it encounters water that is denser
  D) None of the above.

Question 2

Circulation of the ocean's surface water results from
 
  A) blowing wind and frictional force.
  B) the Coriolis effect.
  C) the pressure gradient force.
  D) frictional force from winds, along with the pressure gradient and Coriolis forces.


Athena23

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Reply #1 on: Jul 29, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


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