Atmospheric and Oceanic Circulation
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Objective
I can explain how air and water move around the Earth in patterns.
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Describe two major differences between surface currents and deep ocean currents.
Explain how the Coriolis effect influences the direction of ocean gyres in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
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Exit ticket
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“Describe how wind and the Coriolis effect work together to create the circular pattern of ocean surface currents in the Northern Hemisphere. Explain how differences in water temperature and salt concentration create deep ocean currents, and describe the general direction of movement of this water from the poles. ”
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