AICE Marine Extra Exam Review PT 2

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What is the density of seawater at a temperature of 15ºC and a salinity of 37ppt?

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1.0274 g/cm3

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What characterizes active continental margins?

Back

They are areas of frequent earthquakes and volcanoes, where crustal plates are converging or are in collision.

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How is weather defined?

Back

Short term, localized characteristics of the atmosphere.

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What does the Coriolis effect cause in the northern hemisphere?

Back

Objects to veer off course to the right, or clockwise.

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Where do the most pronounced thermoclines exist?

Back

In the tropics.

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What is salinity?

Back

The concentration of salts in water, usually expressed in parts per thousand (ppt).

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

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What is a thermocline?

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A layer in a body of water where the temperature changes rapidly with depth.

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What is the role of ocean currents in climate?

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They help distribute heat around the planet, influencing weather and climate patterns.

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What is the significance of the Coriolis effect in oceanography?

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It affects the direction of ocean currents and wind patterns.