Asked by caleb

Which factor contributes to the density changes that drive thermohaline circulation?

the amount of sunlight absorbed by the ocean

the temperature and salinity of water

the wind speed over the ocean

the shape of ocean basins

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the temperature and salinity of water

Colder and saltier water is denser, so variations in temperature and salinity create density differences that drive the deep, global thermohaline circulation.