The Thermohaline Circulation: Earth's Ocean Conveyor Belt 🌊

Discover how the world's oceans circulate through the powerful thermohaline process, driving climate regulation and ocean health. Learn about the fascinating movement of warm and cold waters that keeps our planet in balance.

The Thermohaline Circulation: Earth's Ocean Conveyor Belt 🌊
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386 views • Mar 1, 2025
The Thermohaline Circulation: Earth's Ocean Conveyor Belt 🌊

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The oceans are mostly composed of warm salty water near the surface over cold, less salty water in the ocean depths. These two regions don't mix except in certain special areas, which creates a large slow current called the thermohaline circulation. <br />CREDIT: NASA

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Mar 1, 2025

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