Major Ocean Currents

Equatorial Currents System: Every ocean, with the exception of the Arctic Ocean, features distinct oceanic currents known as the North Equatorial Current, South Equatorial Current, and Equatorial Counter Current. Both the North and South equatorial currents exhibit an east-to-west flow pattern.

  • Equatorial Counter Current: Situated between the North and South equatorial currents, the Equatorial Counter Current flows in the opposite direction, specifically from west to east.
  • Antarctic Circumpolar Current (ACC): The ACC, alternatively referred to as the West Wind Drift, is a clockwise-flowing ocean current encircling Antarctica, moving from west to ....
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