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What happens to salinity as ocean water freezes?

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Salinity increases.

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What weather phenomenon is characterized by abnormally warm sea water?

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El Niño.

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What weather phenomenon is characterized by cooler than average sea surface temperatures?

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La Niña.

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In which direction do trade winds in the Northern & Southern Hemispheres deflect?

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Toward the equator.

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What is a key characteristic of El Niño?

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Changes in rainfall distribution.

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During an El Niño, where does it typically rain?

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In the central Pacific.

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What is the opposite phenomenon of El Niño?

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La Niña.

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What atmospheric condition is NOT associated with El Niño?

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Atmospheric stagnation.

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What is the primary cause of El Niño and La Niña events?

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Changes in ocean temperatures and currents.

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How does El Niño affect global weather patterns?

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It can lead to increased rainfall in some areas and droughts in others.