-Referring to the map, which statement describes the temperature profile of ocean water for the tropics?
A)Water temperature is cold at all depths.
B)Water temperature is warm at all depths.
C)Water temperature is higher near the surface than at depth.
D)Surface water temperature is the highest of any latitude because it receives the most insolation

Question

-Referring to the map, which statement describes the temperature profile of ocean water for the tropics?
A)Water temperature is cold at all depths. 
B)Water temperature is warm at all depths. 
C)Water temperature is higher near the surface than at depth. 
D)Surface water temperature is the highest of any latitude because it receives the most insolation

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In the tropics, ocean water temperature is higher near the surface due to direct sunlight and decreases with depth.

-Referring to the Map, Which Statement Describes the Temperature Profile