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Global winds drag on the ocean's surface causing it to move and build up in the direction the wind is blowing.

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How are global winds and local winds similar?

They both have covection currents and effect the weather


Are winds examples of convection currents?

Yes, winds are examples of convection currents. The uneven heating of Earth's surface by the sun creates temperature variations that cause air to rise and fall, creating convection currents that result in winds.


In what direction do global winds and currents flow near the equator?

westward


Do global winds directly cause deep currents?

Global winds do not directly cause deep currents. Deep ocean currents are primarily driven by differences in water density, which are influenced by temperature and salinity. While global winds can indirectly affect the distribution and movement of deep currents through their impact on surface currents and mixing processes, they are not the primary driving force.


What is the relationship between convection currents in the ocean and convection currents in the atmosphere?

Which best explains the relationship between ocean currents and convection currents?(1 point) Responses Convection currents join with the Coriolis effect to create the winds that drive ocean currents. Convection currents join with the Coriolis effect to create the winds that drive ocean currents. Ocean currents rely on warm convection currents to strength the Coriolis effect. Ocean currents rely on warm convection currents to strength the Coriolis effect. Ocean currents create a Coriolis effect that increases convection currents. Ocean currents create a Coriolis effect that increases convection currents. Convection currents use the Coriolis effect to generate ocean currents.

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How are global winds and local winds similar?

They both have covection currents and effect the weather


Are winds examples of convection currents?

Yes, winds are examples of convection currents. The uneven heating of Earth's surface by the sun creates temperature variations that cause air to rise and fall, creating convection currents that result in winds.


In what direction do global winds and currents flow near the equator?

westward


Do global winds directly cause deep currents?

Global winds do not directly cause deep currents. Deep ocean currents are primarily driven by differences in water density, which are influenced by temperature and salinity. While global winds can indirectly affect the distribution and movement of deep currents through their impact on surface currents and mixing processes, they are not the primary driving force.


What causes global winds and currents to curve in a circular pattern?

The curved paths of global winds and surface currents are caused by warm air near the equator.


What is the relationship between convection currents in the ocean and convection currents in the atmosphere?

Which best explains the relationship between ocean currents and convection currents?(1 point) Responses Convection currents join with the Coriolis effect to create the winds that drive ocean currents. Convection currents join with the Coriolis effect to create the winds that drive ocean currents. Ocean currents rely on warm convection currents to strength the Coriolis effect. Ocean currents rely on warm convection currents to strength the Coriolis effect. Ocean currents create a Coriolis effect that increases convection currents. Ocean currents create a Coriolis effect that increases convection currents. Convection currents use the Coriolis effect to generate ocean currents.


Which direction do global winds blow ocean currents near the equator?

On the average, it most often blow horizontally.


How do convection currents distribute heat in the oceans?

Convection currents in the oceans distribute heat by transferring warm water from the equator towards the poles and cold water from the poles towards the equator. This process helps regulate global temperature patterns and redistributes heat throughout the ocean, influencing weather patterns and climate.


How do convection currents from different global winds?

The cool air sinks and warm air rises,as the warm air rise, the rotation of earth makes the air spin in a awkward position


What are examples of local winds?

Trade winds,Westerlies,and Easterlies are examples of global winds.


What factors affect currents?

Global Winds Coriolis EffectContinental Deflection


Where do global winds move cold air?

Ocean currents form