MNHS Ocean and Wind Current Review

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What type of pressure is over the sea during the day?

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High pressure.

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What type of pressure is over the sea at night?

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Low pressure.

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What process brings deep cold ocean currents to the surface?

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Convection Currents.

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What type of water does the Gulf Stream carry from the east coast of the United States to the west coast of Europe?

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Warm water.

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Why is upwelling important in ocean ecosystems?

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It brings up fertilizer for phytoplankton to bloom.

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What causes surface currents north and south of the equator to move in different directions?

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The rotation of the Earth.

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Define ocean currents.

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Ocean currents are large-scale movements of water within the oceans, driven by factors such as wind, temperature, salinity, and the Earth's rotation.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects, such as air and water currents, caused by the rotation of the Earth.

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What is upwelling?

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Upwelling is the process where deep, cold, nutrient-rich water rises to the surface, often supporting marine life.

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What are surface currents?

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Surface currents are ocean currents that occur in the upper layer of the ocean, primarily driven by wind.