The Gulf Stream Explained

What does 'thermohaline' in thermohaline circulation refer to?

• Current speed and direction

• Salinity and depth

• Temperature and pressure

• Temperature and salt content

Where does the Gulf Stream start?

• In the Southern Ocean

• Off the coast of Europe

• In the North Atlantic

• Near the equator due to high evaporation

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What is the primary reason the Gulf Stream moves towards Europe?

• A strong maelstrom pulling in new water

• The rotation of the Earth

• Solar heating of the ocean surface

• The presence of marine animals

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What could potentially stop the Gulf Stream according to scientists?

• Stronger coastal winds

• Decrease in water temperature

• Increase in salt content

• Reduction in the density of water near Greenland

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What historical event is mentioned as having once disrupted the North Atlantic Current?

• A volcanic eruption

• A sudden shift in Earth's orbit

• A massive flood of melting water

• An asteroid impact