Float (oceanography)
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float-oceanography-197-4786405
title:
Float (oceanography)
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A float is an oceanographic instrument platform used for making subsurface measurements in the ocean without the need for a ship, propeller, or a person operating it. Floats measure the physical and chemical aspects of the ocean in detail, such as measuring the direction and speed of water or the temperature and salinity. A float will descend to a predetermined depth where it will be neutrally buoyant. Once a certain amount of time has passed, most floats will rise back to the surface by increas
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Oceanographic instrument platform used for making subsurface measurements in the ocean
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Float_(oceanography)
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date modified:
2024-04-16T03:02:58Z
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