Weather Patterns and Ocean Currents Flashcard

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What is the effect of cold ocean currents on summer temperatures for nearby land areas?

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Cold ocean currents cool the air, leading to cooler summer temperatures.

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How do ocean currents contribute to global temperature regulation?

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Ocean currents move warm and cold water to different regions, helping to regulate temperatures.

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What is the name of the warm ocean current that affects the east coast of the United States?

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Gulf Stream.

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In which direction does the Coriolis effect deflect moving objects in the Northern Hemisphere?

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To the right.

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What do warm ocean currents do in relation to the equator?

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They carry warm water away from the equator.

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What is the primary reason coastal areas near cold currents experience cooler summers?

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The cold water cools the air above it.

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What role do ocean currents play in weather patterns?

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They influence temperature and precipitation patterns by distributing heat.

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What is the difference between warm and cold ocean currents?

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Warm currents transport warm water from the equator, while cold currents bring cooler water from the poles.

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How does the Gulf Stream affect the climate of the eastern United States?

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It brings warm water, contributing to milder winters and warmer summers.

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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.