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Ocean Conveyor Belt
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Summary
The Ocean Conveyor Belt
, also known as the
Thermohaline Circulation
, is a
Global circulation system
powered by differences in
Water Density
affected by
Surface heat
and
Fresh water fluxes
. This system plays a crucial role in
Regulating climate
by
Redistributing heat
and influencing
Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels
.
Concepts
Thermohaline Circulation
Density Gradient
Heat Distribution
Climate Regulation
Carbon Sequestration
Deep Ocean Currents
Surface Currents
Salinity
Ocean Circulation Patterns
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Physical Oceanography 100%
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