Question

Q. With reference to the distribution of ocean temperature, which of the following statements is/are incorrect?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 3 only
• B. 1 and 2 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is incorrect: The highest temperature of ocean water is found on the surface. Thermocline starts from approximately 500 meters below the surface and is the region of rapid temperature change.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Only in lower latitudes, Enclosed seas have higher temperatures than open seas.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: The Gulf stream is responsible for high temperatures in the western Atlantic ocean.