Study

Ocean Currents

  •   0%
  •  0     0     0

  • What is the Canary Current?
    A cold current that cools Morocco.
  • What are ocean currents?
    They are moving water in the ocean.
  • What is the Gulf Stream?
    A warm current that warms Western Europe.
  • Why are ocean currents important for ships?
    They help ships move faster.
  • Where do warm currents come from?
    From the equator.
  • What do ocean currents carry?
    They carry warm or cold water.
  • Where do cold currents come from?
    From the poles.
  • What do currents bring to small animals like plankton?
    They bring food to the top of the ocean.
  • How do sea animals use currents?
    They swim with currents to save energy.
  • How do ocean currents affect climate?
    They make places warmer or cooler.