Factor 2- Ocean Currents Flashcards
1
Q
What does each Ocean current help to do?
A
North Pacific current-
Along the West Coast, warm currents help to keep the air above them warm
Gulfstream-
The warm Gulfstream raises temperatures along the coast of Nova Scotia
Labrador current-
The cooled labrador current keeps the coast of labrador Newfoundland cool
2
Q
What happens when two currents meet?
A
Fog often forms
3
Q
What are the names of the three ocean currents Canada’s affected by?
A
1- The warm North Pacific current on the West Coast
2- The warm Gulfstream on the East Coast
3- The cold labrador current from the north