Suzy,+Kenzie,+Catherine-Ocean+Temperature

=Ocean Temperature-= second most important infuence affecting surface ocean currents

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Mixed Layer:

 * temp. determined by latitude
 * extends 100-300 meters deep(328.083ft-984.251ft)
 * 2% of ocean volume
 * only part of ocean where there is enough light for marine plants to grow
 * ~30° C (86°F)all year

Thermocline Layer:

 * cooler-water
 * rapid temperature change
 * extends 1000 meters deep(3280.839ft)
 * ~1000 meters below surface
 * temp. drops rapidly from 20°C to 5°C(68°F to 5°F)

Deep Zone:

 * maximum temp. drop 3°
 * ~2°C(28.4°F)
 * most dense layer
 * at poles this layer is throghout entire depth

Salinity:
In general warm ocean water tends to be saltier than cold ocean water.

Refer to the textbook or the salinity lab (tall tubes of colored water) for further information.