Water Resources Flashcards by Ivan Kahl

Ocean Currents

Continuous flow of water. Size and spread differs.

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Gyres

Few ocean currents surrounded by strong currents
• Spinning vortex
• Plastic floats & accumulates

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Reservoirs

Store & supply water for cities
Control floods
Provide farm irrigation
Generate hydro-electricity

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