How long does it take most deep water to rise to the surface?

a. 100 to 200 years
b. 200 to 300 years
c. 500 to 600 years
d. 1,500 to 1,600 years


ANS: B
The residence time of most deep water is 200 to 300 years. This is less than in the Pacific (1,600
years), but is significantly more than surface water. Information can be found in the section
Thermohaline Circulation Affects All the Ocean's Water.

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