Surface ocean currents are primarily formed by what?

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Nina [5.8K]4 years ago

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It is formed by winds

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Mrac [35]4 years ago

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The water at the ocean surface is moved primarily by winds that blow in certain patterns because of the earths spin and the ceriolis effect. Winds are able to move the top 400 meters of the ocean creating surface ocean currents. Surface ocean currents from large circular patterns called gyres.

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<h2>Explanation:</h2>

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Learn More about types of circulation: brainly.com/question/1615925

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Level: High School

Subject: Biology

Topic: The Circulatory System