Oceans

Oceans

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Science

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is salinity?

Back

Salinity is the total amount of dissolved salts in a sample of water.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does convection occur in ocean currents?

Back

In ocean currents, warm water rises and cold water sinks.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the largest surface current in North America?

Back

The Gulf Stream is the largest surface current in North America.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What mainly causes surface currents in the ocean?

Back

Surface currents are mainly caused by prevailing winds.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Coriolis Effect?

Back

The Coriolis Effect is the phenomenon that causes currents in the Northern Hemisphere to rotate clockwise.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are ocean currents?

Back

Ocean currents are large-scale movements of water within the oceans, driven by various factors including wind, temperature, and salinity.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is upwelling?

Back

Upwelling is the process where deep, cold water rises to the surface, bringing nutrients that support marine life.

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