Wind and Ocean Currents

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What causes deep ocean currents?

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Density differences in water due to temperature and salinity.

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Where do warm ocean currents generally originate?

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The Equator.

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Why are surface currents warmer?

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They are at the surface where temperatures are generally warmer and have less salinity.

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How is the earth's atmosphere heated?

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Unevenly, due to the angle of sunlight and the Earth's rotation.

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What are the two main types of ocean currents?

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Surface currents and deep currents.

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What is the role of global wind patterns in ocean currents?

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They drive surface currents by pushing water in specific directions.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The deflection of moving objects, including ocean currents, due to the Earth's rotation.

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How do ocean currents affect climate?

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

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What is salinity?

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The concentration of salt in water, which affects water density.

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What is the difference between surface currents and deep currents?

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Surface currents are found at the top layer of the ocean, while deep currents flow below the surface.

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