Surface Salinity (IMAGE)

University of Washington

Surface Salinity

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This map shows the study region of the Beaufort Gyre and nearby waters, with colors showing the average surface salinity for 1983-2008. Labels show the Labrador Sea's exit region, Nares Strait, Lancaster Sound, Davis Strait and Fram Strait.

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Zhang et al./Nature Communications

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