Question

explain why the north western coast of europe remains ice free in winter while the canadian coast remains ice bound for months​

Answer 1

Answer:

Due to the warm effect of the Gulf Stream and North Atlantic Drift, the ports of Western Europe remain ice-free in winter to motivate successful international oceanic trade, e.g., London, Calais, Lisbon, Amsterdam, Brest, Le Havre, etc.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

Warm ocean currents like the Westerlies travel all the way from equator to eastern coast of north america and western coast of Europe during winter. As the westerlies are warm currents originate from equator and travel towards western European coast, western European ports remain ice free during winter.