Question

ocean circulation is the large - scale movement of water in the ocean. it involves the transport of heat through convection, which is the movement of heat through liquids and gases.
which statement describes how convection moves heat in the ocean during non - el niño (normal) years?
convection moves heat toward the west.
convection moves heat toward the east.
convection moves heat toward the north.
convection moves heat toward the south.

Explanation:

During non - El Niño (normal) years, trade winds blow from east to west in the tropical Pacific. These winds push warm surface water towards the west, creating a situation where convection (which is related to the movement of water masses) moves heat in the direction of the water movement. Since the water is being pushed westward by the trade winds, convection moves heat toward the west.

Answer:

Convection moves heat toward the west.