Ocean Currents

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What drives Surface Currents in the ocean?

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Surface Currents are mainly driven by Wind.

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What three factors most directly affect surface currents in the oceans?

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Surface winds, the Coriolis Effect, and continental deflection.

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What type of water does the Gulf Stream carry from the east coast of The United States to the West coast of Europe?

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The Gulf Stream carries Warm water.

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How does convection cause ocean currents?

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During convection, warm water loses energy, cools, becomes denser, and sinks.

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What are regular movements of water far below the ocean's surface called?

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Deep Currents.

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Define Ocean Currents.

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Ocean Currents are large-scale movements of water within the oceans, driven by various factors.

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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 is upwelling?

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Upwelling is the process where deep, cold water rises to the surface, bringing nutrients.

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What role do surface winds play in ocean currents?

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Surface winds drive the movement of surface currents in the ocean.

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What is the difference between surface currents and deep currents?

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Surface currents are found at the top layer of the ocean, while deep currents occur far below the surface.