16 Questions
What is the main energy source that drives the movement of water through the water cycle?
Sun
How does the movement of water in ocean currents mainly occur?
Wind-driven
Why does water at the equator rise according to the text?
As it becomes warmer and less dense
What is the primary role of the sun in the movement of ocean currents?
Generating wind energy
Which part of the Earth's surface is warmed most by the sun according to the text?
Equator
What assists in powering the deep ocean water circulation?
Sinking of cold, dense water near poles
What do the red arrows on the map indicate regarding ocean currents?
Warm water moving away from equator
How do continents impact the flow of ocean currents?
By deflecting ocean currents
What is primarily responsible for driving surface ocean currents according to the text?
Wind
What is the primary source of energy that moves water through the water cycle?
Sun
Why does warm water rise at the equator according to the text?
It is less dense than cooler water
What are the rivers of flowing water created by the movement of wind across oceans known as?
Currents
Which body of water covers nearly 75% of Earth's surface?
Oceans
What contributes to powering the deep ocean water circulation according to the text?
Sinking of cold, dense water near the poles
How do ocean surface currents mainly move according to the text?
Mainly by wind
What is primarily responsible for creating the convection currents in both atmospheric air and ocean water?
Temperature differences
Explore the role of the sun as the primary energy source for various systems on Earth, starting with nuclear fusion in its core. Learn how light energy is transformed into thermal energy upon reaching the Earth's surface, causing changes in temperature and movement in molecules.
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