Oceans

Oceans

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Science

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the factor that affects the density of ocean currents?

Back

Temperature affects the density of ocean currents.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the total amount of dissolved salts in a sample of water?

Back

Salinity is the term for the total amount of dissolved salts in water.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes wind to blow on Earth and ocean currents to form?

Back

The uneven heating of the Earth’s surface causes wind and ocean currents.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the largest surface current in North America?

Back

The Gulf Stream is the largest surface current in North America.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do ocean currents affect climate?

Back

Currents affect climate by cooling or warming the atmosphere above them.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is salinity?

Back

Salinity is the measure of the amount of dissolved salts in water.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does temperature play in ocean currents?

Back

Temperature influences the density of water, which affects ocean currents.

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