Which open-ocean zone order shows decreasing temperature?
A. deep zone, transition zone, surface zone
B. surface zone, transition zone, deep zone
C. transition zone, surface zone, deep zone
D. surface zone, deep zone, transition zone

The correct order of ocean zones showing decreasing temperature is the Surface Zone, Transition Zone, and then Deep Zone. The Surface Zone is the warmest, followed by the cooler Transition Zone, and finally the cold Deep Zone. Understanding these ocean layers is crucial for marine biology and oceanography. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06

The order of ocean zones showing decreasing temperature is Surface Zone, Transition Zone, and Deep Zone. This is because the Surface Zone is the warmest due to sunlight, followed by the cooler Transition Zone, and finally the cold Deep Zone. Therefore, the correct choice is B.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-08-23