Antarctic Intermediate Water (AAIW) is a specific water mass found in the Southern Ocean, particularly in the region surrounding Antarctica. It is characterized by its temperature and salinity properties, which distinguish it from other water masses. **Key characteristics of Antarctic Intermediate Water include:** 1. **Formation:** AAIW is primarily formed by the mixing of warmer surface waters with colder, denser waters during the process of convection.
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