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Winds generally come from different directions depending where you are on the planet.
The equator to 30oN the wind blows from the north east.
The equator to 30oS the wind blows from the south east.
30oN to 60oN the wind blows from the west.
30oS to 60oS the wind blows from the west.
if you are further than 60o North or South, the wind blows from the pole.
a diagram that illustrates why winds blow this way is linked here.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Earth_Global_Circulation.jpg
Ocean currents have no general flow, there are two different types, surface and deep ocean currents. Surface currents are linked here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Ocean_surface_currents.jpg
The thermohaline current is a current that circulates warm water and cool water (thermo) as well as differently concentrated salt waters (haline)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Thermohaline_Circulation_2.png
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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.
The winds that are most involved in forming ocean currents are the?
The winds most involved in forming ocean currents are the global wind patterns, such as the trade winds, westerlies, and polar easterlies. These winds drive the surface waters of the oceans, creating ocean currents that can transport heat, nutrients, and marine life around the globe.
Steady winds that follow the same paths most of tnhe time can cause?
Steady winds that follow the same paths most of the time can cause consistent weather patterns in certain regions. This can lead to predictable conditions such as dry climates in deserts or frequent rain in tropical areas. These winds can also influence the movement of air masses and play a role in the global climate system.
Do current patterns follow wind patterns?
The way the earth rotates
In what direction do global winds and currents flow near the equator?
westward
Ocean currents follow regular patterns related to?
Ocean currents follow regular patterns related to the Earth's rotation, prevailing winds, and differences in water density caused by temperature and salinity variations. These factors influence the direction and speed of the currents, creating complex circulation patterns in the oceans.
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.
The winds that are most involved in forming ocean currents are the?
The winds most involved in forming ocean currents are the global wind patterns, such as the trade winds, westerlies, and polar easterlies. These winds drive the surface waters of the oceans, creating ocean currents that can transport heat, nutrients, and marine life around the globe.
What are dominant winds?
Dominant winds are prevailing wind patterns that consistently blow in a particular direction over a specific region. These winds are influenced by various factors, including the Earth's rotation, pressure systems, and geography. Dominant winds play a crucial role in shaping climate, weather patterns, and ocean currents.
What are major wind systems that follow similar patterns over time called?
Major wind systems that follow similar patterns over time are called prevailing winds. These winds blow predominantly from a particular direction due to global atmospheric circulation patterns and the Earth's rotation. Examples include the trade winds and the westerlies.
What provides the energy needed to create winds in the atmosphere and currents in the oceans?
The primary source of energy that drives winds in the atmosphere and currents in the oceans is the sun. Solar energy heats the Earth's surface unevenly, creating temperature and pressure differences that lead to the movement of air and water. The rotation of the Earth also plays a role in shaping the patterns of winds and currents.
What is the difference between ocean currents and prevailing winds?
Ocean currents are large-scale movements of water in the ocean, driven by factors like temperature, winds, and Earth's rotation. Prevailing winds are the dominant winds that blow consistently in a particular direction over a specific area. While both ocean currents and prevailing winds impact climate and weather patterns, ocean currents specifically involve the movement of water, while prevailing winds involve the movement of air.
Steady winds that follow the same paths most of tnhe time can cause?
Steady winds that follow the same paths most of the time can cause consistent weather patterns in certain regions. This can lead to predictable conditions such as dry climates in deserts or frequent rain in tropical areas. These winds can also influence the movement of air masses and play a role in the global climate system.
Do current patterns follow wind patterns?
The way the earth rotates
In what direction do global winds and currents flow near the equator?
westward
What is the general direction of trade winds in both hemispheres?
Trade winds blow from east to west in both hemispheres. In the Northern Hemisphere, they originate from the northeast and are known as the northeast trade winds, while in the Southern Hemisphere, they come from the southeast and are called the southeast trade winds. These winds are a result of the Earth's rotation and the differential heating of the equator compared to the poles. They play a crucial role in global weather patterns and ocean currents.
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.
