Factors Affecting Horizontal Distribution of Ocean Temperature
The second la...
Question
The second layer of the ocean from the surface is called the .
A
Covection
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B
Thermocline
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C
Epipelage
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Solution
The correct option is B Thermocline Oceans are divided into three layers. The first layer extends upto 500m. The average temperature in this layer is about 25° C. The second layer is called the Thermocline. This layer is 500-1000m thick. The temperature is in this layer decreases rapidly. The third layers extends from 1000m to the deep ocean floor. The coldest temperatures can be found in this region.