Stratification (Q1055)
Subject, term, tag: Stratification
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Stratification |
Subject, term, tag: Stratification |
Statements
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
Process of forming of layers of (ocean) water with different properties such as salinity, density and temperature that act as barriers for water mixing. The strengthening of near-surface stratification generally results in warmer surface waters, decreased oxygen levels in deeper water and intensification of ocean acidification (OA) in the upper ocean. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026