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Weather Patterns and Ocean Currents Flashcard
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Science
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6th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the effect of cold ocean currents on summer temperatures for nearby land areas?
Back
Cold ocean currents cool the air, leading to cooler summer temperatures.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do ocean currents contribute to global temperature regulation?
Back
Ocean currents move warm and cold water to different regions, helping to regulate temperatures.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the name of the warm ocean current that affects the east coast of the United States?
Back
Gulf Stream.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In which direction does the Coriolis effect deflect moving objects in the Northern Hemisphere?
Back
To the right.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What do warm ocean currents do in relation to the equator?
Back
They carry warm water away from the equator.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary reason coastal areas near cold currents experience cooler summers?
Back
The cold water cools the air above it.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do ocean currents play in weather patterns?
Back
They influence temperature and precipitation patterns by distributing heat.
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