Ocean Currents

Front

What is the warm, strong current off the coast of Florida?

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Gulf Stream

Front

What happens to surface currents when they meet continents?

Back

They are deflected (change paths).

Front

What is the process called when deep, cold, nutrient-filled water rises to the surface of the ocean?

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Upwelling

Front

What are regular movements of ocean water formed by density and located far below the surface called?

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Deep Currents

Front

What primarily causes deep ocean currents?

Back

Temperature and salinity.

Front

What are the upper layer movements of ocean water called?

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Surface Currents.

Front

What is the term for the large-scale movement of water in the ocean?

Back

Ocean Currents.

Front

What is the effect of wind on surface currents?

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Wind drives surface currents.

Front

What is the difference between warm currents and cold currents?

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Warm currents are warmer than the surrounding water, while cold currents are cooler.

Front

What role does gravity play in ocean currents?

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Gravity helps to drive deep ocean currents by pulling denser water down.