Ocean Circulation
Ocean circulation refers to the large-scale movement of seawater in the Earth's oceans. It is driven by a combination of factors including wind, temperature, salinity, and the Coriolis effect. Ocean circulation plays a crucial role in distributing heat, nutrients, and gases around the globe, influencing climate patterns and marine ecosystems. This complex system includes surface currents, deep currents, and upwelling/downwelling processes that together create a dynamic and interconnected network of water movement throughout the world's oceans.