Ocean Currents

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What is upwelling?

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Upwelling is the process where nutrient-rich water from the deep ocean rises to the surface, providing essential nutrients that support marine life.

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Why is upwelling important?

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Upwelling provides nutrient-rich water that sustains life in the ocean.

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What are surface currents?

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Surface currents are ocean currents that occur at or near the surface of the ocean, driven mainly by wind.

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What are deep currents?

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Deep currents are ocean currents that occur below the surface, driven by differences in water density.

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Name two types of ocean currents.

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Surface currents and deep currents.

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How do ocean currents affect climate?

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Ocean currents help regulate temperatures and weather patterns around the world, influencing climate in different regions.

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What is the role of ocean currents in transporting heat?

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Ocean currents transport warm water from the equator towards the poles, helping to moderate temperatures.

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What is the difference between warm and cold currents?

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Warm currents carry warm water from the equator, while cold currents carry cooler water from the poles.

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What is the Gulf Stream?

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The Gulf Stream is a warm ocean current that flows from the Gulf of Mexico along the eastern coast of the United States.

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What is the Antarctic Circumpolar Current?

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The Antarctic Circumpolar Current is the world's largest ocean current, flowing around Antarctica and connecting the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans.