Ocean Currents
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Science
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7th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes surface currents north and south of the equator to move in different directions?
Back
The rotation of the Earth.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Movements of ocean water in a continuous flow are called?
Back
Ocean currents.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to a current when it comes in contact with a continent or landmass?
Back
It changes direction.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Salinity is?
Back
The salt content of a substance.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What affects the density of water?
Back
Both salt and temperature.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the two main types of ocean currents?
Back
Surface currents and deep-water currents.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Coriolis effect?
Back
The deflection of moving objects caused by the rotation of the Earth.
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