Why does restricted Arctic outflow interrupt thermohaline circulation?

💡 Explanation

Inhibited Arctic outflow causes weakened overturning because reduced dense, cold, saline water input slows the thermohaline pump. This reduces bottom-water formation, therefore interrupting circulation stability, rather than intensifying convection, because density gradients would be stunted.

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