Density of seawater increases with a(n) _______________ in temperature.
Ocean Currents and Climate

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Michael Arndt
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Back
decrease
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Density of seawater increases with a(n) ___________ in salinity.
Back
increase
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Choose the statement that is true:
- the sun heats the surface of the Earth evenly
- direct heating at the sun is greater at the north and south pole
- direct heating of the sun is greater at the equator
- direct heating from the sun happens randomly on the Earth's surface
Back
direct heating of the sun is greater at the equator
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes the movement of currents as shown in the picture?
Back
temperature and salinity differences
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following statements is true?
- temperatures near the ocean are always warmer
- temperatures near the ocean are usually more extreme
- temperatures near the ocean are always cooler
- temperatures near the ocean can be milder if there is a cold ocean current
Back
temperatures near the ocean can be milder if there is a cold ocean current
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which city is most likely located on the leeward side of a mountain?
Back
A
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why does Nevada have a drier climate than California?
Back
mountain range between California & Nevada
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