Ocean Structure and Circulation

Typical Exam Questions


1. Discuss the main features of the "conveyor belt" circulation that links the major global oceans.

2. Briefly discuss the rotation of flow within the major ocean basins.

3. What is upwelling?

4. Where and why does upwelling occur?

5. Discuss the biological importance of upwelling?

6. Briefly describe the global ocean circulation cycle that exchanges water between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.