Meaning Of The Word Nansen bottle

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What's The Definition Of Nansen bottle?

Nansen bottle in American English
an oceanographic instrument used to obtain water samples and temperature readings at various depths in the sea
noun: a waterproof container for taking samples of ocean water, several usually being lowered open on a line and each being closed at the desired depth by the action of a falling weight

Nansen bottle in British English
noun: an instrument used by oceanographers for obtaining samples of sea water from a desired depth

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