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Published Map 2: How does the atmosphere affect the ocean?
Created By: SPURS Webinar Series
Last Modified: 9/17/2013
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The atmosphere can add or remove water due to precipiation and evaporation, and can also add or remove heat from the ocean. Both the freshwater content and temperature of ocean water determine its density - ultimately responsible for the structure and motion of the ocean. (Map 2 of 3)