What is Upwelling?
Ocean Currents, Tides, and Upwelling

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The movement of deep, cold, nutrient-filled water to the surface of the ocean.
2.
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What causes the Coriolis Effect?
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The rotation of the Earth on its axis.
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What factors affect the density of ocean water?
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Salt and temperature.
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What happens when surface currents meet continents?
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They are deflected (change paths).
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Is water in the ocean always moving?
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Yes, water in the ocean is always moving.
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Define Ocean Current.
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A continuous, directed movement of seawater generated by various forces acting upon it.
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What is the difference between surface currents and deep currents?
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Surface currents are driven by wind and affect the upper layer of the ocean, while deep currents are driven by density differences due to temperature and salinity.
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