Earth Science Oceanography Quiz Review

What two factors create deep ocean currents at the poles

What wind belt has the most direct affect on the weather in Massachusetts?

What is the fastest moving oceanic surface current?

Which of the following is affected by the Coriolis Effect?

The rice industry in S.E. Asia relies on these seasonal storms which are disrupted by El Nino

Gyres in the southern hemisphere travel in what direction?

What is the name of the cold water currents traveling along the west coast of Africa?

Which of the following does not have an impact on surface currents

Warm ocean currents are always found on this side of continents

The weakening and reversal of this wind belt is an early indicator of an El Nino event

Cold water currents are always found on this side of continents

What event does not occur during El Nino

Which of the following events would occur during an El Nino event?

Warm water currents bring _______________towards the poles

What type f of ocean current moves the fastest?

Hypothetically, which US state should benefit from this years El Nino event?

What major industry is affected during El Nino in the Eastern Pacific