Which of the Following Statements About Oceans Is Not True

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about oceans is not true?

• A)Ocean currents redistribute heat from the sun.
• B)Most of the heat absorbed by the ocean air is absorbed in tropical waters.
• C)Irregularly shaped continents cause currents to flow in circular patterns.
• D)Differences in density of warm and cold seawater set up warm and cold currents.
• E)Oceans currents flow counter-clockwise in the northern hemisphere.

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Definitions:

Transverse Acetabular Ligament

A ligament that bridges a notch at the bottom of the acetabulum, contributing to the stability of the hip joint.

Interosseous Membrane

A fibrous membrane connecting the bones of the forearm (radius and ulna) or leg (tibia and fibula), providing stability and support.

Flexion

A movement that decreases the angle between two parts of the body, like bending a limb at a joint.

Abduction

The movement of a body part away from the midline of the body, such as moving an arm or leg sideways.