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1. Water Column

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   Epilimnion: The uppermost layer, which is relatively warm, well-mixed by wind action, and oxygen-rich. Heat exchange with the atmosphere is maximized here.
   Metalimnion (or Thermocline): A transitional layer characterized by a rapid decrease in temperature with depth. This zone acts as a significant barrier to vertical mixing. The sharpness of the thermocline is quantified by the [temperature gradient…

2. Water Temperature

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   Thermal Stratification and Convection
   In large, deep water bodies, temperature gradients often establish distinct layers. The uppermost layer, the epilimnion, is generally well-mixed and warmer due to solar absorption and wind action. Below this lies the thermocline, a zone of rapid temperature decrease. Deeper still is the hypolimnion, which remains cold and dense throughout the year.
   The persistence of the thermocline is strongly tied to wind stress, as evidenced in shallow coastal zones like [U Tapao Bay](/entri…