A continuous (constant) and directed (specific direction) movement of ocean water is known as ______?
A continuous (constant) and directed (specific direction) movement of ocean water is known as ______?
سمندری پانی کی ایک مستقل اور ہدایت (مخصوص سمت) نقل و حرکت ______ کے نام سے جانا جاتا ہے؟
Explanation
An ocean current is a continuous, directed movement of seawater.
Ocean current is generated by:
- A number of forces acting upon the water including wind
- The Coriolis effect
- Breaking waves
- Cabbeling
- Temperature and salinity differences.
Additional Information:
Ocean floods:
Coastal flooding occurs when dry and low-lying land is submerged (flooded) by seawater
Cyclone:
Cyclones are caused by atmospheric disturbances around a low-pressure area distinguished and often destructive air circulation.
Tsunami:
Tsunamis are giant waves caused by earthquakes or volcanic eruptions under the sea.