Ocean Drifters and Currents Quiz

What is a gyre?

A

A weather phenomenon

B

A large system of rotating ocean currents

C

A type of fish

D

An ocean floor feature

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Items in this lesson

What is a gyre?

A

A weather phenomenon

B

A large system of rotating ocean currents

C

A type of fish

D

An ocean floor feature

Why are ocean currents important?

A

They generate electricity

B

They create landforms

C

They affect climate and weather patterns

D

They filter ocean water

What do ocean currents move?

A

Water, heat, and nutrients

B

Animals and plants

C

Air and clouds

D

Mountains and rocks

How do ocean drifters work?

A

They dive deep underwater

B

They float with ocean currents

C

They swim against currents

D

They are powered by engines

What do ocean drifters measure?

A

Earthquake activity

B

Air pressure and humidity

C

Land temperature

D

Ocean currents and temperature