Water mass (Q1152)
Subject, term, tag: Water mass
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Water mass |
Subject, term, tag: Water mass |
Statements
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
A body of ocean water with identifiable properties (temperature, salinity, density, chemical tracers) resulting from its unique formation process. Water masses are often identified through a vertical or horizontal extremum of a property such as salinity. North Pacific Intermediate Water (NPIW) and Antarctic Intermediate Water (AAIW) are examples of water masses. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026