Ocean Currents

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What are the two types of ocean currents?

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Surface and deep currents.

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Why is ocean water more dense than fresh water at the same temperature?

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Due to differences in salinity.

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What type of water does the Gulf Stream carry?

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Warm water.

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How does the density of salt water compare to fresh water?

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Salt water is more dense than fresh water.

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What impact does plastic waste have on marine life?

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Animals can get sick after mistaking plastic for food or accidentally getting caught in it.

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What is the primary driver of surface ocean currents?

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Wind patterns.

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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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What are upwelling currents?

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Upwelling currents are vertical currents that bring nutrient-rich water from the deep ocean to the surface.

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What role do ocean currents play in climate regulation?

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Ocean currents help distribute heat around the planet, influencing climate and weather patterns.

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What is thermohaline circulation?

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Thermohaline circulation is a global ocean circulation driven by differences in water density, affected by temperature and salinity.