Using the T-S diagram, it is possible to identify density (isopycnals) produced by a particular temperature and salinity pairing.8.Based on the positions of the different water samples plotted on the T-S diagram, ocean water density at the Atlantic Ocean site ______ with increasing depth. a.increasedb.remained constantc.decreased" ### Ocean Water Mass Properties: Temperatures and SalinitiesThis graph depicts the relationship between Temperature (°C) and Salinity (psu) of various ocean water masses at different depths. The graph features lines indicating specific density contours in g/cm³, labeled on the graph from 1.0245 to 1.0290. The y-axis represents Temperature (°C), ranging from 0 to 20°C, and the x-axis represents Salinity (psu), ranging from 33.5 to 36.5 psu.#### Water Masses and Their Designations:1. **AABW (Antarctic Bottom Water)**: - Location: Around 0°C temperature and 34.6 psu salinity. - Density: Approximately 1.0271 g/cm³.2. **AAIW (Antarctic Intermediate Water)**: - Location: Around 5°C temperature and 34.3 psu salinity. - Density: Approximately 1.0265 g/cm³.3. **NACSW (North Atlantic Central Surface Water)**: - Location: Between 15-18°C temperatures and 35.8-36.2 psu salinities. - Density: Ranges between 1.0250 to 1.0265 g/cm³.4. **MIW (Mediterranean Intermediate Water)**: - Location: Between 10-12°C temperatures and 36-36.2 psu salinities. - Density: Ranges between 1.0275 to 1.0290 g/cm³.5. **NADW (North Atlantic Deep Water)**: - Location: Around 2-3°C temperatures and 34.8 psu salinities. - Density: Approximately 1.0276 g/cm³.Interpretations:- The density lines provide an understanding of how different combinations of temperature and salinity correspond to specific densities of seawater.- Water masses are marked with rectangles, indicating the range over which a particular water mass can be found in the context of temperature and salinity.- The positioning and size of these rectangles offer insights into the variability and extent of these water masses.Keep in mind that these properties and classifications are essential for understanding ocean circulation and its impact on global climate systems.#### Abbreviations:- **AABW**: Antarctic Bottom Water-

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Using the T-S diagram, it is possible to identify density (isopycnals) produced by a particular temperature and salinity pairing.
8.Based on the positions of the different water samples plotted on the T-S diagram, ocean water density at the Atlantic Ocean site ______ with increasing depth.
a.increased
b.remained constant
c.decreased"