Ocean Currents

Front

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

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Deep Currents

Front

What two factors affect the ocean's density and cause the Global Conveyor Belt to travel?

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Temperature and salinity

Front

What is a circular system of currents in the Earth's major oceans?

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Gyre

Front

Where is ocean water the densest?

Back

The bottom

Front

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

Back

Warm water

Front

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

Back

Ocean Currents

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's rotation on ocean currents called?

Back

Coriolis Effect

Front

What is the process called when cold, nutrient-rich water rises to the surface?

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Upwelling

Front

What is the name of the current that flows along the eastern coast of the United States?

Back

Gulf Stream

Front

What is the primary driver of surface ocean currents?

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Wind