Science, asked by zjb, 3 months ago

How are currents in the Pacific Ocean affected by El Niño?

Currents travel more slowly.
Rip currents are frequently formed.
All currents become deep ocean currents.
Warm water moves to the east instead of to the west.

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Answered by Anonymous
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Answer:

All currents become deep ocean currents.

Explanation:

During an El Niño event, the surface waters in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean become significantly warmer than usual. ... It also reduces the upwelling of cooler, nutrient-rich waters from the deep—shutting down or reversing ocean currents along the equator and along the west coast of South and Central America.

Answered by kimv07
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Answer:

During an El Niño event, the surface waters in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean become significantly warmer than usual. ... It also reduces the upwelling of cooler, nutrient-rich waters from the deep—shutting down or reversing ocean currents along the equator and along the west coast of South and Central America.

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