Ocean Currents

question 1

Multiple Choice

Ocean currents:

• A)have a much stronger vertical component than horizontal component.
• B)are driven primarily by differences in ocean temperature over large distances.
• C)move at a 45 degree angle to the right of surface air flow.
• D)maintain the same direction at increasing depth.

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