Ocean Currents and Climate
Students will investigate the role of ocean currents in distributing heat around the globe and influencing regional climates.
Key Questions
- Explain how ocean currents act as a global conveyor belt for heat.
- Analyze the impact of major ocean currents (e.g., Gulf Stream) on coastal climates.
- Predict the consequences of a significant change in global ocean circulation patterns.
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