At the equatorial ocean basins,the sea surface temperatures may reach 25°C or greater.What is the range of temperatures for the seafloor,approximately 4-5 km below?
A)slightly warmer (33°C)
B)about room temperature (25°C)
C)cool (10°C-15°C)
D)near freezing (1°C-2°C)

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

At depths of approximately 4-5 km, the seafloor is located in the deep oceanic zone, where temperatures are generally near freezing, around 1°C-2°C. This is due to the lack of sunlight and proximity to the cold waters of the deep ocean. Therefore, choice D is the most accurate.

At the Equatorial Ocean Basins,the Sea Surface Temperatures May Reach