13.3.1.2 - Effects of Ocean Currents
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What are ocean currents?
💡 Hint: Think about the movement of rivers in oceans.
Name two types of ocean currents.
💡 Hint: Think about temperature differences.
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What are the two main types of ocean currents?
💡 Hint: Think about the structure of the ocean.
True or False: Ocean currents have no effects on climate.
💡 Hint: Consider how temperature influences weather patterns.
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Calculate the impact on local fishing industries if a cold current suddenly warms due to climate change. What species might thrive or decline?
💡 Hint: Consider the habitat preferences of different fish species.
Discuss how the Coriolis effect influences the direction of ocean currents in both hemispheres, and predict the possible environmental impacts.
💡 Hint: Remember examples of ocean currents like the Gulf Stream and how they are affected.
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