Ocean Circulation

Question 1

Which event causes tides?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the interaction of the moon, the Sun, and Earth

Question 2

Which phrase describes the tidal range?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the difference between levels of high tide and low tide

Question 3

Which factor contributes to the formation of tides that turn turbines to create energy in the ocean?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Earth’s rotation

Question 4

Which ocean movement do power plants use to produce usable energy?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

tides

Question 5

Which phenomenon causes oceans to bulge?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the moon’s gravity

Question 6

Ocean circulation is the large-scale movement of water in the ocean. It involves the transport of heat through convection, which is the movement of heat through liquids and gases.Which statement describes how convection moves heat in the ocean during non-El Niño (normal) years?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Convection moves heat toward the west.

Question 7

Convection refers to the movement of heat through a fluid, such as water. Which best describes one way that convection influences the circulation of ocean water?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Warm water at the surface flows toward the poles and sinks as it cools.

Question 8

Which factor drives surface ocean currents?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

wind energy

Question 9

How frequently do most coastal areas experience high tides?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

twice a day

Question 10

When will the waves at the shore be the smallest and calmest?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

when the wind is not blowing

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