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ss2343

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Describe the formation and characteristics of both surface ocean currents and deep ocean currents.
 
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On the northern hemisphere's summer solstice, areas above Arctic Circle are completely within the circle of illumination.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The driving force of surface ocean currents is the frictional drag of winds. Differences in temperature and salinity produce density differences, leading to the thermohaline circulation.

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Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
Gracias!

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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