Question

question 19
1 pts
which type of current flow moves in a circular path around a subtropical convergence,
reflecting ekman transport, gravity, and the coriolis effect?
geostrophic circulation
thermohaline circulation
counter - current circulation
langmuir circulation
density - driven circulation

Explanation:

• Geostrophic circulation: It is the balance between the pressure gradient force and the Coriolis force. It moves in a circular path around a subtropical convergence and is influenced by Ekman transport, gravity, and the Coriolis effect.
• Thermohaline circulation: Driven by differences in temperature and salinity.
• Counter - current circulation: Flows in the opposite direction of the main current.
• Langmuir circulation: Associated with wind - driven spiral motions.
• Density - driven circulation: Similar to thermohaline (density differences).

Answer:

geostrophic circulation