Ocean, Atmosphere and Climate

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What is the ocean current that brings warm water from the equator towards the poles?

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Gulf Stream.

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What is the process called when heat moves from a hot object to a cold object?

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Heat transfer.

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What direction do ocean currents generally flow in relation to the equator?

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From the equator towards the poles.

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What is the effect of ocean currents on coastal air temperatures?

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Ocean currents can warm or cool the air above them, affecting coastal temperatures.

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What is the term for the large-scale movement of water in the ocean?

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Ocean currents.

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How do ocean currents affect climate?

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They help distribute heat around the planet, influencing weather patterns.

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What is the name of the current that flows off the coast of Florida?

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Gulf Stream.

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What happens to energy when ocean water meets air?

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Energy is transferred from the ocean to the air or vice versa.

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What is the relationship between ocean temperature and air temperature?

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Warmer ocean water can lead to warmer air temperatures.

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What is the primary driver of ocean currents?

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Wind patterns and the Earth's rotation.

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