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Ocean Currents and Global Winds Quiz

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What primarily causes ocean surface currents?

Earth's global winds (correct)

The moon's gravitational pull

Differences in ocean water density

Coriolis Effect

What does the Angle of Insolation refer to?

The angle of Earth's tilt in relation to the sun

The angle at which Earth rotates around its axis

The angle between the equator and the poles

The angle at which the sun's light hits Earth's surface (correct)

Why is the equator warmer than the poles?

As a result of the moon's gravitational pull

Due to the Coriolis Effect

Because of differences in ocean water density

Direct sunlight heating up the area more (correct)

What affects the flow of ocean water apart from Earth's global winds?

Coriolis Effect and land placement Signup and view all the answers

How is wind primarily generated on Earth?

Through differential heating of the Earth Signup and view all the answers

What is responsible for causing seasons on Earth?

Differential heating due to sunlight angles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of ocean surface currents?

Earth's global winds Signup and view all the answers

How does the Coriolis Effect impact the flow of Earth's ocean water?

Affects the direction of ocean water flow Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason behind seasons on Earth?

Angle of Insolation Signup and view all the answers

How does differential heating contribute to the formation of ocean surface currents?

By driving changes in ocean water density Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is responsible for making the equator warmer than the poles?

Angle of Insolation Signup and view all the answers

Why do areas hit by sunlight at a lower angle have cooler temperatures?

Reduced energy spread over a larger area Signup and view all the answers

Which phenomenon is responsible for uneven heating of the Earth and subsequent wind formation?

Differential heating Signup and view all the answers

How does the moon's gravitational pull impact ocean currents?

Creates tidal movements Signup and view all the answers

What role does the placement of land play in influencing ocean water flows?

Impedes or redirects ocean surface currents Signup and view all the answers

Why are Earth's wind and ocean currents considered interrelated?

They both ultimately stem from differential heating. Signup and view all the answers