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Convection Currents in the Ocean
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Convection currents in the ocean are driven by temperature and density differences. They play a key role in the thermohaline circulation, distributing heat and nutrients and supporting marine life.
Written by Workybooks TeamPublished by Workybooks
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Curriculum
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RI.5.5
Compare and contrast the overall structure (e.g., chronology, comparison, cause/effect, problem/solution) of events, ideas, concepts, or information in two or more texts.
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