Currents Flashcards

(9 cards)

1
Q

where does the warm current originate from

A

the equator

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2
Q

where does the cold current originate from

A

at the poles

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3
Q

what side is the Atlantic ocean

A

West

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4
Q

what side is the Indian ocean

A

East

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5
Q

How does air adapt

A

adapts the properties of the surface it blows over, thus influence by currents

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6
Q

Summer infulence

A

moist air blows over Drakensburg; brings rain

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7
Q

Winter influence

A

Cold air sinks; blocks wind over berg; thus dry

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8
Q

what current originates from the Antarctic

A

Benguela

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9
Q

what current originates from the equator

A

Mozi Agulhus

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