Opdycke 3 24/25 RRMS Currents

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What happens to surface currents when they meet continents?

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They are deflected (change paths).

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What factors affect the density of water?

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Both salt and temperature.

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What creates deep ocean currents?

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Increase in salinity; decrease in temperature.

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Where does the energy for convection on Earth come from?

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The sun.

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What causes deep ocean currents?

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Density differences.

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What is the Coriolis Effect?

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The Coriolis Effect is the deflection of moving objects caused by the rotation of the Earth.

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How does temperature affect water density?

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Colder water is denser than warmer water.

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What role does salinity play in ocean currents?

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Higher salinity increases water density, contributing to deep ocean currents.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids.

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How do wind patterns influence ocean currents?

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Wind patterns drive surface currents, affecting climate and weather.