Question

what is responsible for deep water currents

Answer 1

Deep ocean currents are driven by density and temperature gradients. Thermohaline circulation is also known as the ocean's conveyor belt (which refers to deep ocean density-driven ocean basincurrents). These currents, called submarine rivers, flow under the surface of the ocean and are hidden from immediate detection.

Answer 2

The deep water currents are also called as thermohaline circulation.

Explanation:

• The density of the sea water varies according to the differences in the salinity and temperature.
• The surface water remains as it is in direct exposure to the sun. It is less dense than the cold water.
• The fresh water is less dense than the salty water.
• The cool water becomes denser thus sink at the bottom.
• The sinking of cool water gives rise to the thermohaline circulation. This leads to the variations in the salinity and temperature.

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