-Referring to the map, which statement describes the temperature profile of ocean water for high latitudes?
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 high latitudes?
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 high latitudes, such as near the poles, the water temperature is generally cold at all depths due to the limited amount of sunlight received throughout the year, which is insufficient to warm the water significantly.

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