A cross section of the ocean from its surface to the seafloor shows

A. more dense, warmer water overlying denser, colder water.
B. less dense, colder water overlying less dense, warmer water.
C. more dense, warm water overlying less dense, colder water.
D. less dense, warmer water overlying denser, colder water.


Answer: D

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