Which does not have an effect on water's density? a. Temperature ...

[SAVANNAHHOOPER23]

Which does not have an effect on water's density?
  a. Temperature
  b. Pressure
  c. Viscosity
  d. Salinity

Question 2

What is the name for a zone that decreases in temperature with depth?
  a. Pycnocline
  b. Thermocline
  c. Halocline
  d. Mixed layer

[shaquita]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Density can be affected by temperature, salinity, and pressure. For example, water's density increases
as temperature decreases. This is a normal occurrence, but water takes on a unique behavior. At
approximately 4 Celsius, water's density begins to decrease again. Slight changes in the density of
water can lead to layering of water masses in the ocean. Information can be found in the section Water
Has Unusual Thermal Characteristics

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The thermocline is the zone in which temperature decreases rapidly. This is a major factor in changing
density, and subsequently the pycnocline. Information can be found in the section The Ocean Is
Stratified by Density.

[SAVANNAHHOOPER23]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

[shaquita]

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