Sea Surface Temperature

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What is the primary reason for scientists to measure sea surface temperature?

To understand the interaction between the ocean and Earth's atmosphere (correct)
To study the formation of ocean currents
To monitor marine life population
To predict earthquakes and tsunamis

Why is sea surface temperature essential for weather prediction?

It directly causes changes in atmospheric pressure
It influences the formation of tornadoes
It is a crucial parameter in weather prediction and atmospheric model simulations (correct)
It determines the occurrence of hurricanes

What is the significance of identifying the onset of El Niño and La Niña cycles?

They affect ocean circulation, global weather patterns, and marine ecosystems (correct)
They directly impact the sea level rise
They cause changes in the Earth's magnetic field
They lead to the formation of new oceanic currents

How do SST measurements contribute to the study of marine ecosystems?

<p>By providing important data for understanding the impact of temperature on marine life (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do El Niño and La Niña cycles differ in terms of sea surface temperature?

<p>During El Niño, temperatures in the Pacific near the equator are warmer than normal, while during La Niña, the same area experiences colder than normal ocean temperatures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers