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Surface currents are driven by what?

by the currents under it, if you have watches Finding Nemo (ARR) they go in the EAC East Atlantic Current, on the surface of this current, there is a similar current, although it is not as fast or as strong as Underwater in the eac.


When the air in the atmosphere is unevenly warm by the suns wind currents are the results?

Uneven warming of the air by the sun creates differences in temperature, which in turn causes wind currents to form. These wind currents move air masses around the globe, influencing weather patterns and climate. The interaction of these wind currents can result in the formation of various weather phenomena such as storms, hurricanes, and tornadoes.


What are surface currents powered by?

The sun causes currents in the ocean because it is warming the water in the ocean in the day while it is hot, and then in the night when the sun goes down, the ocean starts to cool. Since the air above the water is warmer than in the water, this causes the water to rise up to the warmth until it gets cooled by the night, or from rain. This is what created movement and currents in the ocean from the sun.


What is the general direction of wind and ocean currents?

Wind generally moves from areas of high pressure to low pressure, creating global wind patterns such as the trade winds and westerlies. Ocean currents are driven by a combination of wind, Earth's rotation, and differences in water temperature and salinity. In general, ocean currents flow in circular patterns around the major ocean basins.


Which spheres of the earth system interact to form a surface current?

The spheres that interact to form a surface current are the hydrosphere (oceans) and the atmosphere (wind). Surface currents are driven by the wind patterns on the ocean's surface. The wind causes the movement of water at the surface, creating ocean currents.

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What wind stirs up currents.?

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The wind stirs up what current?

The wind can stir up ocean currents, particularly surface currents, increasing their speed and changing their direction. This can lead to a phenomenon known as wind-driven circulation, where the movement of water is influenced by the force and direction of the wind.


What natural action stirs the real ocean?

Winds are a natural action that stirs the real ocean, causing waves and currents to form. The interaction between the wind and the surface of the ocean creates energy that is transferred into the water, leading to movement and mixing of ocean waters.


Did WIND in Chicago drop The Savage Nation?

because he's a person who stirs up trouble on "purpose"


What type of current does the wind stir up?

The wind stirs up alternating current (AC) when it rotates the rotor blades of a wind turbine. The mechanical energy from the wind is converted into electrical energy in the generator of the wind turbine, producing AC electricity.


What are Currents powered by wind called?

Currents powered by wind are called wind-driven currents or wind-driven circulation. These currents are created by the friction between the wind and the surface of the water, causing the water to move in the direction of the wind.


Are wind currents biotic?

No, wind currents are abiotic.


When was Hutch Stirs 'em Up created?

Hutch Stirs 'em Up was created in 1923-08.


Is it true that wind are examples of convection currents?

Yes, wind is a result of convection currents. The Sun heats up the Earth's surface unevenly, causing air to heat up and rise in some areas and cool and sink in others. This movement of air creates wind as it tries to equalize temperature and pressure differences.


What currents are currents caused by temperature?

wind


What are wind driven currents?

Surface Currents


What are the ratings and certificates for Hutch Stirs 'em Up - 1923?

Hutch Stirs 'em Up - 1923 is rated/received certificates of: UK:U