Ch. 13 science Flashcardzes

Front

The global ocean is divided into how many main oceans?

Back

5

Front

What is the third-largest ocean?

Back

Indian Ocean

Front

What is the most important function of the ocean?

Back

It absorbs and holds energy from sunlight.

Front

What is point-source pollution?

Back

Pollution that comes from a specific source.

Front

What happens when water evaporates?

Back

Dissolved salts in the water are left behind.

Front

What are the five main oceans?

Back

Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Southern Ocean, Arctic Ocean.

Front

What is the largest ocean on Earth?

Back

Pacific Ocean.

Front

What is the smallest ocean on Earth?

Back

Arctic Ocean.

Front

What is ocean current?

Back

A continuous, directed movement of seawater generated by various forces acting upon it.

Front

What is the role of oceans in climate regulation?

Back

Oceans absorb carbon dioxide and help regulate the Earth's temperature.