Ocean and Climate

The video explores the role of oceans in regulating climate, temperature, and the global water cycle. It explains how oceans act as energy storage, affecting coastal and inland climates differently. The concept of ocean currents and their impact on global climate is discussed, with examples like the Gulf Stream. An interactive game reinforces learning by engaging students in identifying ocean-related terms.

What type of climate is found in Western Europe?

• Tropical climate

• Polar climate

• Temperate zone ocean climate

• Desert climate

How do oceans influence the climate during summer?

• They make the land dry

• They have no effect

• They act as an air conditioner

• They act as a heater

Why does the temperature of the ocean not change much?

• Because it is always sunny

• Due to its small size

• Because it is always windy

• Due to its large energy storage capacity

What happens to the land at night when the sun is not heating it?

• It retains heat

• It stays the same temperature

• It becomes warmer

• It runs out of energy and gets cold

What is the main source of power for the global water cycle?

• Rivers

• Mountains

• Deserts

• Oceans

How are oceans connected to the atmosphere?

• Through mountains

• Through the land

• By blocking sunlight

• By sharing moisture

What are ocean currents?

• Waves crashing on the shore

• Tides rising and falling

• Large amounts of seawater flowing in a fixed direction

• Rainfall patterns

What was used to study ocean currents in 1992?

• Satellite images

• Rubber ducklings

• Submarines

• Weather balloons

What effect do warm ocean currents have on coastal climates?

• They make them colder

• They make them warmer and more humid

• They have no effect

• They make them drier

What is a cold snap in terms of ocean currents?

• A type of storm

• A current cooler than the surrounding water

• A sudden increase in temperature

• A warm current