Ocean Currents Flashcard

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Compared to surface currents, deep currents are

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colder and more dense.

Front

Water with high salinity is ______ dense.

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more

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What causes the Coriolis Effect?

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The rotation of the Earth

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Where do warm currents originate from?

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the Equator

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What is the term for the circular movement of ocean currents influenced by the Coriolis Effect?

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Gyres

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What is the primary driver of ocean currents?

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Wind and the Earth's rotation.

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What is the difference between surface currents and deep currents?

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Surface currents are warmer and less dense, while deep currents are colder and more dense.

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How does temperature affect water density?

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Colder water is denser than warmer water.

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What role does salinity play in ocean water density?

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Higher salinity increases water density.

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What is the effect of the Coriolis Effect on ocean currents in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Currents are deflected to the right.