Understanding Ocean Currents and Climate

What is the name of the surface current that brings warmer temperatures to Europe?

• EAC

• Gulf Stream

• Big Current

• California Current

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What does the blue line represent in the Thermohaline circulation?

• Warm salty water

• Warm water

• Cold water

• Cold salty water

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What primarily drives surface ocean currents?

• Wind

• Earth's rotation

• Salinity differences

• Tides

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Which of the following is a characteristic of deep ocean currents?

• They are primarily driven by wind.

• They occur only near the equator.

• They are influenced by temperature and salinity.

• They flow in the opposite direction of surface currents.

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What is the Global Conveyor Belt?

• A system of surface currents that circle the globe.

• A deep ocean current that circulates water around the world.

• A series of tidal waves that affect coastal regions.

• A pattern of wind currents that influence weather.

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How do ocean currents affect climate?

• They have no significant impact on climate.

• They only affect the climate of coastal regions.

• They distribute heat around the planet, influencing weather patterns.

• They cause earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

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Which ocean current is known for its warm waters and influence on the climate of Western Europe?

• California Current

• Gulf Stream

• Labrador Current

• Canary Current

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What is a characteristic of warm ocean currents?

• They flow from the poles towards the equator.

• They are typically found in deep ocean layers.

• They flow from the equator towards the poles.

• They have no effect on climate.

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What is thermohaline circulation?

• The movement of ocean water caused by wind.

• The circulation of ocean water driven by temperature and salinity differences.

• The flow of water in rivers and lakes.

• The movement of air masses over the ocean.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects ocean currents?

• Wind

• Earth's rotation

• Salinity

• Moon phases

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