Illustrated Diagram of Weather Conditions

This diagram provides a simplified cross-section illustrating complex oceanic and atmospheric interactions that influence global weather patterns. It depicts variations in sea surface temperatures across a broad expanse of the ocean, indicated by a spectrum of colors from warmer reds to cooler blues. Arrows within the water suggest horizontal and vertical ocean currents, while surface arrows likely represent prevailing wind patterns. This type of illustration is commonly used to explain phenomena like El Niño or La Niña, where changes in ocean temperature and circulation significantly impact atmospheric conditions worldwide.

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