Question

multiple choice question
what forms when continents cause ocean currents to deflect to the north and south, forming closed circular current systems?
○ gyres
○ tides
○ upwelling
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Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Gyres: Large systems of circular ocean currents formed by the deflection of ocean currents due to continents (and the Coriolis effect).
• Tides: Caused by gravitational pull of moon/sun, not continent - induced current deflection.
• Upwelling: Movement of deep, cold water to the surface, not related to continent - induced circular current systems.

So the correct answer is the option related to gyres.

Answer:

A. gyres