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The Gulf Stream is a western-intensified current, which is largely driven by wind stress. It was first discovered in 1513 by a Spanish explorer named Juan Ponce de Leon and then was studied and mapped in detail by Benjamin Franklin in 1786.
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Which continent deflects the gulf stream current?
Europe deflects the Gulf Stream current as it flows towards the continent from the Gulf of Mexico.
Is the gulf stream cold or hot?
The Gulf Stream is a warm ocean current that originates in the Gulf of Mexico and flows to the North Atlantic Ocean. It helps to regulate and warm the climate of regions it passes through.
Where does gulf stream flow from and to?
The Gulf Stream flows from the Gulf of Mexico northward along the eastern coast of the United States before crossing the Atlantic Ocean towards western Europe. Its warm waters have a significant impact on the climate of both regions.
What type of Gulf Stream ring is found between the Gulf Stream and the coast of the US?
Cold-core rings are typically found between the Gulf Stream and the coast of the US. These rings are formed by the meandering and pinching off of colder water from the Gulf Stream, creating a distinct eddy of cooler water.
When did Franklin invent the ''Map of gulf Stream?
Franklin's map of the Gulf Stream was created in 1769 while he was serving as Deputy Postmaster General for British North America. Franklin's map was the first to accurately depict the Gulf Stream's location and course, leading to improved transatlantic travel times.
Where does the Gulf Stream get its warmth?
the gulf stream gets its warmth from the tropics
What are Gulf Stream rings are caused by?
The Gulf Stream ring is formed when Gulf Stream meanders break off the Stream to create independent circulatory systems. Because of the formation of this ring, the warm tropical water from south of the Gulf Stream can be moved to north of the Gulf Stream.
How does the Gulf Stream keep these regions warm?
Without the Gulf Stream, these regions would be colder than they are. How does tWithout the Gulf Stream, these regions would be colder than they are. How does the Gulf Stream keep these regions warm?he Gulf Stream keep these regions warm?
What gulf brings warm waters to western Europe?
The Gulf Stream.It's called the North Atlantic current (continuation of the Gulf Stream)gulf stream also known as the north atlantic current
When was Gulf Stream Magazine created?
Gulf Stream Magazine was created in 1989.
When was The Gulf Stream - painting - created?
The Gulf Stream - painting - was created in 1899.
What water lies between the gulf of Mexico and Atlantic ocean?
gulf stream OR gulf of stream
How does the Gulf Stream affect the northern Europe?
Because if the Gulf Stream Stops, them Europe freezes!
Why do you think the gulf stream is warm?
because there is alot of warm water in the Gulf Stream.
What are some examples of surface currents?
Gulf stream :)))
What best describes the movement of the Gulf Stream?
what describes the flow of water in the gulf stream
Which ocean current directly warms western Europe?
The gulf stream
