halocline
[/ˈhæ.loʊ.klaɪn/]
nounfemininepl: haloclines
haloclina
1. A sharp change in salinity with depth in a body of water, forming a distinct layer between water masses of different salt concentrations
The halocline in the estuary separates the fresher upper layer from the saltier water below.
A haloclina no estuário separa a camada superior mais doce da água mais salgada abaixo.
2. The zone or boundary layer where salinity increases rapidly over a relatively short vertical distance
Divers noticed the halocline at approximately 30 meters depth where visibility changed dramatically.
Os mergulhadores notaram a haloclina em aproximadamente 30 metros de profundidade, onde a visibilidade mudou drasticamente.
Halocline is a specialized technical term used primarily in oceanography, marine biology, and environmental science. It is commonly discussed in academic and professional contexts related to coastal water management, diving safety, and climate research. In Brazil, this term is particularly relevant in studies of the Amazon River estuary and other important coastal regions. The term reflects the scientific understanding of ocean water stratification.
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